Sheet Pan Chicken Burrito Bowls

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This dish brings together tender spiced chicken and roasted bell peppers, tomatoes, black beans, and corn, cooked on one sheet pan for simplicity and flavor. Served over rice with crisp lettuce, cheese, salsa, and creamy avocado slices, it’s a colorful, satisfying meal with vibrant Tex-Mex influences. Preparation is straightforward, requiring minimal cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Variations include swapping chicken for tofu or shrimp and choosing cauliflower or quinoa for the grain base.

Updated on Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:07:00 GMT
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A vibrant all-in-one Tex-Mex inspired meal featuring juicy spiced chicken, roasted vegetables, and all your favorite burrito toppings prepared on a single sheet pan for effortless cleanup.

I absolutely love making sheet pan dinners on busy weeknights especially since everyone in my family gets to build their own burrito bowl just the way they like it. The juicy chicken and roasted veggies always disappear fast!

Ingredients

  • Boneless skinless chicken breasts: 1 lb (450 g) cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Olive oil: 2 tbsp for marinade
  • Chili powder: 2 tsp for flavor
  • Ground cumin: 1 tsp for warmth
  • Smoked paprika: 1 tsp for smoky depth
  • Garlic powder: 1/2 tsp
  • Onion powder: 1/2 tsp
  • Salt: 1/2 tsp plus more to taste
  • Black pepper: 1/4 tsp
  • Lime juice: from 1 lime
  • Red bell pepper: 1 large sliced
  • Yellow bell pepper: 1 large sliced
  • Red onion: 1 medium sliced
  • Cherry tomatoes: 1 cup (170 g) halved
  • Black beans: 1 can (15 oz/425 g) drained and rinsed
  • Corn kernels: 1 cup (150 g) fresh frozen or canned
  • Cooked rice: 2 cups choose white brown or cauliflower rice
  • Shredded lettuce: 1 cup
  • Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese: 1/2 cup shredded
  • Salsa or pico de gallo: 1/2 cup
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt: 1/4 cup
  • Avocado: 1 sliced
  • Fresh cilantro: chopped to serve
  • Lime wedges: for serving
  • Tortilla chips or warm tortillas: optional for serving

Instructions

Preheat Oven:
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
Prepare Chicken:
In a large bowl combine olive oil chili powder cumin smoked paprika garlic powder onion powder salt pepper and lime juice. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat.
Arrange on Sheet Pan:
Place chicken on one side of the sheet pan. On the other side spread bell peppers red onion cherry tomatoes black beans and corn in an even layer. Drizzle vegetables lightly with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Roast:
Roast for 25 to 30 minutes stirring vegetables halfway through until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C) and vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
Prepare Toppings:
While chicken and vegetables roast prepare rice and toppings.
Assemble Bowls:
Divide rice between four bowls. Top with roasted chicken vegetables black beans and corn. Add shredded lettuce cheese salsa sour cream avocado cilantro and lime wedges. Serve with tortilla chips or warm tortillas if you like.
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The kids love using extra chips for scooping and everyone usually goes back for seconds. Sheet pan burrito bowls are now a regular hit at our family dinners!

Required Tools

Large rimmed sheet pan mixing bowls chefs knife cutting board measuring spoons and cups and parchment paper or foil (optional).

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (cheese sour cream/Greek yogurt) and may contain gluten if using flour tortillas or certain chips. Always check packaged ingredients for hidden allergens.

Nutritional Information

Per serving without toppings: Calories 500 Total Fat 16 g Carbohydrates 48 g Protein 38 g.

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This delicious sheet pan meal brings bright flavor and colorful variety to any dinner table. Enjoy customizing every bowl with your favorite toppings!

Recipe FAQ

How do I ensure the chicken stays juicy?

Marinate the chicken with olive oil, lime juice, and spices to lock in moisture before roasting on the sheet pan.

Can I substitute the vegetables used?

Yes, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes can be swapped for other vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms depending on preference.

What’s the best way to get a slightly charred finish on the veggies?

Roast the vegetables at 425°F, stirring halfway through, until tender and edges develop a light char.

How can the dish be made gluten-free?

Use gluten-free tortillas or omit tortilla chips. The main ingredients are naturally gluten-free.

What can I use instead of rice for a lower-carb option?

Cauliflower rice or quinoa are excellent grain alternatives that keep the dish light and nutritious.

Sheet Pan Chicken Burrito Bowls

A vibrant Tex-Mex meal of spiced chicken and roasted vegetables, topped with fresh ingredients for an easy one-pan dish.

Time to Prepare
15 mins
Time to Cook
30 mins
Complete Time
45 mins
Created by Meanwhilerecipe Clara Bennett

Recipe Category Cozy Everyday Meals

Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type Mexican-Inspired

Makes 4 Number of Servings

Diet Considerations No Gluten

Ingredient List

Chicken & Marinade

01 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 2 tbsp olive oil
03 2 tsp chili powder
04 1 tsp ground cumin
05 1 tsp smoked paprika
06 ½ tsp garlic powder
07 ½ tsp onion powder
08 ½ tsp salt
09 ¼ tsp black pepper
10 Juice of 1 lime

Vegetables

01 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
02 1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced
03 1 medium red onion, sliced
04 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
06 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)

For Serving

01 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
02 1 cup shredded lettuce
03 ½ cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
04 ½ cup salsa or pico de gallo
05 ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
06 1 avocado, sliced
07 Fresh cilantro, chopped
08 Lime wedges
09 Tortilla chips or warm tortillas (optional)

Steps

Step 01

Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.

Step 02

Prepare Marinade and Coat Chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Add chicken pieces and toss until thoroughly coated.

Step 03

Arrange Chicken and Vegetables: Place the marinated chicken on one side of the sheet pan. Spread sliced bell peppers, red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, black beans, and corn evenly on the other side. Drizzle vegetables lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Step 04

Roast: Roast in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring the vegetables halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the vegetables are tender with slight charring.

Step 05

Prepare Sides and Toppings: While roasting, cook rice as preferred and prepare desired toppings including shredded lettuce, cheese, salsa, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Step 06

Assemble Bowls: Divide cooked rice among four bowls. Top with roasted chicken, vegetables, black beans, and corn. Garnish with lettuce, cheese, salsa, sour cream, avocado slices, cilantro, and lime wedges. Serve with tortilla chips or warm tortillas if desired.

Tools Needed

  • Large rimmed sheet pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Chef’s knife and cutting board
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Parchment paper or foil (optional)

Allergy Notes

Examine all food items for allergens and consult your doctor for concerns.
  • Contains dairy from cheese and sour cream or Greek yogurt.
  • May contain gluten if served with flour tortillas or certain chips.

Nutrition Info (per portion)

These details are meant for reference, not as a substitute for medical guidance.
  • Energy (Calories): 500
  • Fats: 16 g
  • Carbohydrates: 48 g
  • Proteins: 38 g