Sheet Pan Chipotle Turkey Burrito Bowls

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-27 · Updated 2026-06-27

Spicy chipotle-seasoned turkey paired with roasted vegetables and cilantro-lime rice, all made on a single sheet pan for easy meal prep. This mexican-inspired meal prep (gluten free) ready in about 45 minutes turns ground turkey, chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 2 tsp chipotle chili powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large, sliced into 1/2-inch strips red bell pepper
• 1 large, sliced into 1/2-inch strips yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium, cut into 1/2-inch wedges red onion
• 1 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds zucchini
• 1 cup long grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground turkey, 2 tsp chipotle chili powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Mix thoroughly until spices are evenly distributed.
2. Step 2: Spread the seasoned turkey evenly on one side of a large rimmed sheet pan. On the other side, arrange 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 sliced yellow bell pepper, 1 sliced red onion, and 1 sliced zucchini. Drizzle the vegetables with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and toss gently to coat.
3. Step 3: Roast the turkey and vegetables for 20-25 minutes, stirring the turkey halfway through and turning vegetables once, until the turkey is cooked through and vegetables are tender with some charred edges.
4. Step 4: While roasting, rinse 1 cup long grain white rice under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice with 2 cups water, bring to a boil, then lower heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes until water is absorbed.
5. Step 5: Remove rice from heat, fluff with a fork, then stir in 2 tbsp fresh lime juice and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Keep covered until serving.
6. Step 6: Divide the chipotle turkey, roasted vegetables, and cilantro-lime rice into 4 meal prep containers. Let cool before sealing and refrigerating.