Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this One Pan Chicken Burrito Bowl! This quick and easy dish is perfect for busy weeknights, bringing together seasoned chicken, hearty rice, and colorful veggies all in a single skillet. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s not only delicious but also customizable to suit your taste. Add your favorite toppings like creamy avocado or zesty jalapeños for an extra burst of flavor. Ideal for meal prepping or a satisfying family dinner, this one-pot wonder is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 can black beans (15 oz), rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn (canned or frozen)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder. Chop onion and bell pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add onion and bell pepper to the skillet; sauté until tender (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in rice, black beans, and corn. Pour in 1.5 cups of water or broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is cooked through.
- Fluff rice gently with a fork; squeeze fresh lime juice on top and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg