Low-Calorie Main Dish Recipes Low-Calorie Meat & Poultry Recipes Low-Calorie Chicken Recipes Quick & Easy Low-Calorie Chicken Recipes Chipotle Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowl 4.8 (41) 34 Reviews This flavorful burrito bowl features grilled chicken coated in a spicy chipotle glaze. Loading it with vegetables and using quinoa in place of rice adds nutrition for a healthier dinner. By Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 19, 2023 Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Rate PRINT Share Active Time: 30 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 burrito bowls Nutrition Profile: Diabetes-Appropriate Nut-Free Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Low-Sodium Low Added Sugar High-Blood Pressure Soy-Free High-Fiber Heart-Healthy High-Protein Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 1 tablespoon finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil ½ teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon ground cumin 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast ¼ teaspoon salt 2 cups cooked quinoa 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce 1 cup canned pinto beans, rinsed 1 ripe avocado, diced ¼ cup prepared pico de gallo or other salsa ¼ cup shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese Lime wedges for serving Directions Preheat grill to medium-high or preheat broiler. Combine chipotles, oil, garlic powder and cumin in a small bowl. Oil the grill rack (see Tip) or a rimmed baking sheet, if broiling. Season chicken with salt. Grill the chicken for 5 minutes or broil it on the prepared baking sheet for 9 minutes. Turn, brush with the chipotle glaze and continue cooking until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 165 degrees F, 3 to 5 minutes more on the grill or 9 minutes more under the broiler. Transfer to a clean cutting board. Chop into bite-size pieces. Assemble each burrito bowl with 1/2 cup quinoa, 1/2 cup chicken, 1/2 cup lettuce, 1/4 cup beans, 1/4 avocado, 1 tablespoon pico de gallo (or other salsa) and 1 tablespoon cheese. Serve with a lime wedge. Tips To oil a grill rack, oil a folded paper towel, hold it with tongs and rub it over the rack. (Do not use cooking spray on a hot grill.) Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2016 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 452 Calories 19g Fat 36g Carbs 36g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 1 burrito bowl, about 2 1/2 cups Calories 452 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 36g 13% Dietary Fiber 9g 34% Total Sugars 3g Protein 36g 71% Total Fat 19g 24% Saturated Fat 4g 20% Cholesterol 90mg 30% Vitamin A 2274IU 45% Vitamin C 7mg 8% Folate 160mcg 40% Sodium 462mg 20% Calcium 111mg 9% Iron 3mg 18% Magnesium 127mg 30% Potassium 995mg 21% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved