Sheet Pan Chicken Bowls

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This dish combines tender, spiced chicken pieces with a medley of roasted bell peppers, onions, cherry tomatoes, black beans, and corn. Cooked together on a single sheet pan, it delivers vibrant Tex-Mex flavors with minimal cleanup. Served atop fluffy rice and topped with fresh cilantro, avocado, shredded cheese, and tangy salsa, it's a colorful and hearty meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Optional additions like jalapeños or swapping proteins easily customize it to your taste.

Updated on Sun, 09 Nov 2025 15:25:00 GMT
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Juicy Sheet Pan Chicken Burrito Bowls topped with fresh avocado and cilantro. | funcockts.com

A vibrant, all-in-one Tex-Mex inspired meal featuring juicy spiced chicken, roasted vegetables, and all your favorite burrito toppings easily prepared on a single sheet pan for effortless cleanup.

This recipe quickly became a family favorite because it combines bold flavors with convenience I love how everything cooks together and tastes freshly made.

Ingredients

  • Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 1 lb (450 g) cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Olive oil: 2 tbsp
  • Chili powder: 2 tsp
  • Ground cumin: 1 tsp
  • Smoked paprika: 1 tsp
  • Garlic powder: 1/2 tsp
  • Onion powder: 1/2 tsp
  • Salt: 1/2 tsp
  • Black pepper: 1/4 tsp
  • Lime juice: Juice of 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 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
  • Lime wedges:
  • Tortilla chips or warm tortillas: optional

Instructions

Preheat and prepare sheet pan:
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup
Marinate 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 ingredients:
Place chicken on one side of the sheet pan Spread bell peppers red onion cherry tomatoes black beans and corn on the other side Drizzle with olive oil and season with 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 sides:
While roasting 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 chips or warm tortillas if desired
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Vibrant Sheet Pan Chicken Burrito Bowls with roasted veggies and zesty lime. | funcockts.com

Making this meal brings the family together every week sharing stories while enjoying fresh Tex-Mex flavors loaded with wholesome ingredients.

Tips for Leftovers

Leftover burrito bowls keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat easily making them perfect for quick lunches.

Dietary Modifications

Use gluten-free tortillas or omit to keep the recipe gluten-free Replace rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice for low-carb options.

Essential Tools

Large rimmed sheet pan mixing bowls chefs knife cutting board measuring spoons and cups parchment paper or foil are needed to prepare this recipe.

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Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Burrito Bowls featuring spiced chicken and colorful toppings. | funcockts.com

This sheet pan chicken burrito bowl is the perfect fast and flavorful weeknight meal that you can customize to your taste.

Sheet Pan Chicken Bowls

Juicy spiced chicken pairs with vibrant roasted veggies in a easy all-in-one Tex-Mex style dish.

Prep Duration
15 minutes
Cook Duration
30 minutes
Overall Time
45 minutes
Authored by Funcockts Ethan Miller


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Mexican-Inspired

Makes 4 Portions

Diet Facts No Gluten

What You Need

Chicken and Marinade

01 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 2 teaspoons chili powder
04 1 teaspoon ground cumin
05 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
08 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 1/4 teaspoon 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 ounces) 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 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
04 1/2 cup salsa or pico de gallo
05 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
06 1 avocado, sliced
07 Fresh chopped cilantro
08 Lime wedges
09 Tortilla chips or warm tortillas (optional)

Directions

Step 01

Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat 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, combine olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat thoroughly.

Step 03

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

Step 04

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

Step 05

Prepare Rice and Toppings: While roasting, prepare rice and desired toppings such as lettuce, cheese, salsa, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Step 06

Assemble Bowls: Divide cooked rice among four bowls. Top evenly with roasted chicken, vegetables, black beans, corn, and toppings. 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 Details

Review all components for allergens and reach out to a health expert if needed.
  • Contains dairy (cheese, sour cream/Greek yogurt)
  • May contain gluten if served with flour tortillas or certain chips

Nutrition Details (each serving)

Nutrition details are just for reference and can't replace professional medical counsel.
  • Energy (Calories): 500
  • Fats: 16 g
  • Carbohydrates: 48 g
  • Proteins: 38 g