Freezer Chicken Burrito Bowls
Make-ahead burrito bowls that freeze beautifully and reheat perfectly. Prep a big batch on Sunday for the entire week and beyond.
PROTEIN 32g
CALORIES 465
P:E RATIO 6.9
TIME 45m
YIELD 6
P:E 6.9
ELITE DENSITY INVENTORY LIST
ORIGINAL
VEGAN SWAP
2 lbs chicken breast 32G PROTEIN
2 cups cooked cilantro-lime rice FLAVOR
1 can black beans, drained HIGH FIBER
1 cup frozen corn PRODUCE
1 cup salsa FLAVOR
1 tsp cumin FLAVOR
1 tsp chili powder FLAVOR
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend DAIRY
MEAL PREP LOGISTICS
- Storage: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in fridge before reheating.
- Batching: Freeze with cheese separated — add it during reheating so it melts fresh.
- Reheat: Microwave from thawed 3-4 minutes. From frozen: microwave 5-6 minutes, stirring halfway.
EXECUTION STEPS
01
THE MACRO PREP
Season chicken with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Bake at 400°F for 22-25 minutes.
02
THE MACRO PREP
Let chicken rest 5 minutes, then dice into cubes.
03
THE ASSEMBLY
Divide rice, beans, corn, and chicken among 6 freezer-safe containers.
04
THE ASSEMBLY
Top each with salsa. Keep cheese in small bags on the side.
05
STEP 5
Let cool completely before sealing and freezing.