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Chipotle Cauliflower Rice Bowl recipe, served and ready to eat, easy homemade dish
Joe Rooney

Copycat Chipotle Cauliflower Rice Bowl Satisfying Real Way Better Now

Enjoy this Copycat Chipotle Cauliflower Rice Bowl that's perfect for an easy dinner or weeknight dinner. This family-friendly low carb burrito bowl swaps traditional rice for healthy cauliflower rice, making it a fresh take on a classic cauliflower rice recipe packed with flavor.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 372

Ingredients
  

  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp mild chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts cut in half length wise – (about 2 breasts)
  • 2 lb. cauliflower cut into chunks (or about 4 cups cauliflower rice)
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 cup sweet corn kernels
  • 1 15oz. can pinto beans or black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • Dash of cayenne optional
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • 1/2 cup guacamole
  • 1/2 cup salsa or pico de gallo
  • 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack optional
  • handful of cilantro leaves
  • lime wedges
  • sea salt to taste
  • freshly ground pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Combine garlic, chili powder, paprika, oregano, cumin, lime juice, and sea salt in a large bowl and stir. Coat the chicken pieces thoroughly and leave them to marinate, stirring every so often, for 20 minutes.
  2. While the chicken is marinating, process the cauliflower in batches using a grater attachment to create rice-like pieces. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the cauliflower rice for 5 to 7 minutes until tender and soft. Transfer to a bowl and mix with lime juice, chopped cilantro, and salt before setting aside.
  3. Clean the skillet, then heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sauté the sweet corn kernels, beans, lime juice, cayenne (if using), and salt for 5 to 7 minutes until slightly charred and browned. Remove and set aside in a bowl.
  4. In the same skillet, add the marinated chicken and cook each side for 3 to 4 minutes until fully cooked. Remove from heat and slice the chicken.
  5. Distribute the cauliflower rice, corn and beans, and chicken evenly into four bowls. Top each bowl with guacamole, salsa or pico de gallo, shredded pepper jack if desired, cilantro leaves, and season with salt and pepper. Serve with lime wedges immediately.

Notes

  • For an extra kick, add fresh jalapeño slices or your favorite hot sauce. This dish stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheats nicely for quick lunches or dinners.