Description
A quick and flavorful One-Pan Chicken Burrito Bowl ready in just 30 minutes! This easy Mexican-inspired dish features tender chicken, rice, beans, and corn, all cooked in one pan for a hassle-free dinner. Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional toppings: diced avocado, sour cream, jalapeños, salsa
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt, pepper, and half of the chili powder and cumin. Cook for 4-5 minutes until browned on all sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pan, add diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Cook the Rice and Vegetables: Add uncooked rice, remaining chili powder, cumin, paprika, and chicken broth. Stir well, then add diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn. Mix thoroughly.
- Simmer Until Done: Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Cover and let simmer for 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is fully cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Add Cheese and Serve: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, cover, and let melt for 1-2 minutes. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the dish and garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Customize and Enjoy: Serve with optional toppings like diced avocado, sour cream, or jalapeños.
Notes
- protein Variations: Swap chicken for ground beef, turkey, shrimp, or tofu.
- Spicier Option: Add extra jalapeños, cayenne pepper, or hot sauce.
- Alternative Grains: Use brown rice (increase cooking time) or quinoa.
- More Veggies: Add bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach.
- Low-Carb Version: Replace rice with cauliflower rice (adjust liquid accordingly).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Keywords: One-pan chicken burrito bowl, Mexican rice bowl, easy burrito bowl, one-skillet dinner, quick chicken recipe