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Easy Low Carb Burrito Bowl

A protein-packed low carb burrito bowl with seasoned ground chicken, cauliflower rice, and fresh Tex-Mex toppings ready in 25 minutes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 425

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 3 cups cauliflower rice
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 large avocado diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 0.5 cup sugar-free salsa
  • 0.25 cup full-fat sour cream
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 jalapeño minced

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground chicken, and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon until no pink remains and it is lightly browned.
  2. Drain any excess fat, then add the taco seasoning and 2 to 3 tablespoons of water. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes until the meat is evenly coated and most of the liquid has evaporated. Remove from the heat and let the seasoned chicken rest for 5 minutes.
  3. Prepare the cauliflower rice. If using frozen, microwave it in a covered dish for 4 to 5 minutes until heated through. If using fresh, add it to a dry skillet over medium heat and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until tender but not mushy. Let cool slightly.
  4. Prep the toppings while the chicken rests: chop the romaine, dice the avocado, halve the cherry tomatoes, finely dice the red onion, chop the cilantro, and mince the jalapeño.
  5. To assemble, divide the romaine evenly among 4 bowls, then spoon the cauliflower rice beside the lettuce in each bowl.
  6. Top each bowl with a portion of seasoned chicken, then add avocado, tomatoes, red onion, shredded Mexican cheese, and cilantro.
  7. Finish each low carb burrito bowl with salsa, a dollop of sour cream, minced jalapeño to taste, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving.

Notes

- You can substitute ground turkey, beef, or a plant-based crumble for the ground chicken.
- For extra fat on keto, add sliced olives or an extra drizzle of sour cream or avocado oil.