Description
This Air Fryer Chicken Burrito Bowl recipe features tender, juicy chicken thighs seasoned with smoky chipotle peppers and a blend of classic Mexican spices. Cooked quickly in the air fryer for a healthier twist, this flavorful chicken pairs perfectly with rice, black beans, fresh shredded lettuce, creamy avocado, and your favorite salsa for a satisfying and easy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Marinade
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
- 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 Tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 lime, juiced (for finishing)
For Serving
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- 1 cup salsa
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs with kosher salt, black pepper, minced garlic, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, ancho chile powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, and olive oil. Toss everything together until the chicken is evenly coated with the marinade.
- Preheat the air fryer: Insert the crisper plate into the air fryer basket. Select the preheat function and set the temperature to 385 degrees Fahrenheit. Start the preheating process.
- Cook the chicken: Place the marinated chicken thighs onto the preheated crisper plate in the air fryer basket. Set the air fryer to the air fryer function, adjust the cook time to 16 minutes, then start cooking.
- Rest and slice the chicken: Once the cooking time completes, carefully remove the chicken from the air fryer. Immediately squeeze the juice of one lime over the hot chicken and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain its juices. After resting, slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Assemble the burrito bowls: Divide the cooked rice, black beans, and shredded lettuce evenly among six bowls. Top each with sliced chipotle chicken, avocado slices, and a generous spoonful of salsa. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of chipotle peppers in adobo and ancho chile powder to control the heat level.
- You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs, but cooking time may vary and the chicken may be less juicy.
- Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier or lower-carb option.
- Leftover chicken can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can cook the chicken in a skillet or bake it at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
