Description
Looking for a quick, satisfying meal that bursts with flavor? The Easy Low Carb Burrito Bowl – 25min Breakfast Protein-Packed is your perfect solution! This delicious dish combines seasoned protein, fresh veggies, and creamy toppings, all in one bowl. In just 25 minutes, you can enjoy the vibrant flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine for breakfast or lunch. Whether you’re following a low-carb diet or simply seeking a nutritious meal, this recipe caters to various preferences while keeping protein high and carbs low. Customize it to your liking and enjoy a hearty bowl packed with goodness any time of day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken (or beef, turkey, or plant-based protein)
- 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 Mexican cheese blend (shredded)
- 0.5 cup sugar-free salsa
- 0.25 cup full-fat sour cream
- Fresh cilantro and lime juice for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the ground chicken in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 5-6 minutes until browned.
- Season the chicken with taco seasoning and a few tablespoons of water; stir for about 2 minutes until well-coated.
- Let the seasoned protein rest for 5 minutes.
- Prepare cauliflower rice by microwaving frozen rice or sautéing fresh rice until tender.
- Assemble each bowl with chopped romaine as the base, then add cauliflower rice, seasoned protein, avocado, tomatoes, red onion, cheese, and cilantro.
- Top each bowl with sour cream, salsa, jalapeño if desired, and squeeze lime juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg