While most of the items at Chipotle are pretty healthy, it’s so much cheaper to make a Weight Watchers Chipotle Bowl at home. Using pantry ingredients like canned black beans and corn, this is a super economical way to get your Chipotle fix. The last time I went to Chipotle my bowl cost $13. My home version? Around $4. Winning!
Ingredients needed:
- boneless skinless chicken thighs (which are now ZERO points on the new Weight Watchers plan)
- greens (we used romaine)
- canned black beans
- canned corn
- mini guacamole
- cilantro
- salsaÂ
Could you substitute chicken breasts?
Absolutely! However, chicken thighs are often overlooked in favor of chicken breasts, but they bring so much more flavor to the table. Thanks to their slightly higher fat content, chicken thighs are juicier, richer, and more tender, making them perfect for a wide range of dishes. While some may worry about the nutritional difference, the truth is the gap isn’t as significant as you might think. A 3-ounce serving of boneless, skinless chicken thighs has only about 30 more calories and 3 extra grams of fat compared to the same portion of chicken breast, while still packing plenty of protein. The trade-off is well worth it for the depth of flavor thighs provide, especially if you’re looking for a satisfying and versatile option to elevate your meals.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces boneless, skinless chicken thigh
- 1 teaspoon Pollo Asado Seasoning (see notes)
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained
- 1/2 cup corn, drained
- 1 mini guacamole cup
- 1 small roma tomato, diced
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 tablespoons chopped cilantro, divided
- 1 cup greens of choice (we used romaine)
- 1/2 cup cooked rice
- juice of 1 lime
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thigh with Pollo Asado Seasoning. Cook the chicken in the skillet for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Set aside and allow it to rest while assembling the bowl.
Prepare the Rice:
In a small bowl, mix the cooked rice with the juice of half a lime and 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro. Set aside.
Prepare the Guacamole Mixture:
In a bowl, mix the mini guacamole cup with the black beans, corn, diced tomato, onion powder, and garlic powder until combined.
Assemble the Bowl:
Start with the greens as the base of your bowl. Add the lime-cilantro rice on one side. Spoon the guacamole, bean, corn, and tomato mixture next to the rice. Slice the cooked chicken and place it on top.
Finish with Salsa and Garnish:
Drizzle the salsa over the chicken or on one side of the bowl. Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of cilantro on top as a
garnish.
Notes
Adobo Pollo seasoning can be found on the Mexican aisle at most grocery stores. If you can’t find it, mix onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper. As of the date of this publication, this bowl is 5 Weight Watcher points.
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