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July 22, 2026

Healthy Baja Bowl Recipe: Panera Copycat with Chicken

No matter how you choose to make them, these Baja bowls with chicken are a satisfying and nutritious meal, rich in protein and fiber, sure to please the whole family.

Overhead view of bowl with grains, grilled chicken, black bean and corn salsa, cherry tomatoes, avocado, Greek yogurt, salsa verde, and fresh cilantro.

Understanding the Baja Bowl

A Baja bowl takes its inspiration from Mexican cuisine and is a popular offering at Panera restaurants. It comprises a mixture of rice and quinoa, grilled chicken, avocado, corn, black beans, tomatoes, yogurt, and salsa verde.

This recipe offers a simplified take on the beloved restaurant dish.

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White bowl filled with cooked cilantro lime brown rice and quinoa.

Ingredients & Substitutions for Baja Bowls

To recreate the copycat Panera Baja grain bowl, gather the following ingredients:

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