Monday, March 18, 2013

Who needs Chipotle?


This is again one of those recipes that you can really make your own and that's what I love about it. Of course there are those typical staples to this dish, such as the guac, some type of beans- however, it's really up to you whether or not you'd like to make those health-conscious substitutes for the other additions to this dish. One trick that you'll see here is my use of plain Chobani yogurt instead of sour cream. It's amazing how you don't even taste the difference! Also, I used a microwavable pack of organic quinoa and brown rice mix that cooks in 1 minute! I purchase a pack of these microwavable pouches from B.J.'s wholesale. It's quick AND healthy.

I honestly didn't make the salsa due to the lack of time, but it's a great little side project that I'll definitely touch upon later! The guacamole is homemade of course, and very simple to make in preparation for the burrito bowl. The chicken was also previously grilled on Sunday when I do my weekly meal preps. I like to grill a pack of chicken and store it for other uses throughout the week for salads, etc. This dish doesn't take long to make at all and it's perfect to sneak in those healthy ingredients without your kids or your family members noticing. Who really needs Chipotle when it's this easy? Not only will you save time but also $$$ and the calories. 

Homemade Burrito Bowl 

Guacamole
3 Avocados 
1/4 of a minced onion
5 grape tomatoes chopped into quarters
Pinch of salt & pepper for taste

Per Serving
* 1/2 Pouch of Seeds of Change organic quinoa & brown rice with garlic
* A small handful of cheddar jack cheese (You can use whatever cheese you'd like!)
* 2 tablespoons of plain Chobani
* 2 tablespoons of cooked black beans
* 2 tablespoons of cooked corn kernels (seasoned with garlic powder) 
* 3 tablespoons of guac
* 2 tablespoons of salsa
* 1 grilled chicken breast chopped up
* 1 cup of shredded lettuce
*** Add some hot sauce for a kick!

Pre-made Grilled Chicken Breast

Too excited to eat, but this is the final product all mixed up!

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