Chicken Cauliflower Burrito Bowls Recipe
This Chicken Burrito Bowl with Cauliflower is a flavorful, low-carb twist on classic Mexican-inspired bowls, featuring seasoned ground chicken, riced cauliflower, and melted cheese for a delicious and nutritious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 lb (450g) ground chicken (or turkey)
- 1/2 yellow onion, minced
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (or one packet of riced cauliflower)
- 1 small can of diced tomatoes, drained
Seasonings & Liquids
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, optional
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 cup (60ml) low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- Salt and fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
Cheese
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or Mozzarella (or your favorite cheese)
Instructions
- Prepare Cauliflower Rice: Rinse and break the cauliflower head into small florets, then roughly chop them in a food processor until they resemble rice grains.
- Sauté Onion: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté the minced onion until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook Ground Chicken: Add ground chicken (or turkey) to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook over medium-high heat until it starts to brown and most of its moisture has evaporated, around 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook Cauliflower Rice and Season: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the cauliflower rice for about 2 minutes. Stir in onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder (if using), and cumin, mixing well. Continue cooking for another 2 minutes before adding the drained diced tomatoes and broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until the liquid reduces slightly, about 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Combine and Melt Cheese: Return the cooked ground chicken and onion to the skillet with the cauliflower mixture and stir gently to combine, or layer the chicken on top. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top, cover the skillet, and let it sit off heat for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Serve: Divide the cheesy chicken cauliflower mixture into bowls and enjoy this satisfying, low-carb meal.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for chicken for a leaner option.
- Using pre-riced cauliflower can save preparation time.
- Adjust chili powder amount to taste for spiciness preference.
- To add extra flavor, consider topping with fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, or a squeeze of lime.
- This dish reheats well and makes great leftovers for meal prep.
Keywords: chicken burrito bowl, cauliflower rice, low carb, Mexican-inspired, ground chicken recipe, healthy dinner
