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One Pan Chicken Burrito Bowl


  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Rice and Veggies:

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (or brown rice)
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth (or water)
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 1 small red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced

For Toppings:

  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 avocado, diced or sliced
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

Step 1: Season and Cook the Chicken

  1. Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Toss the diced chicken with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the chicken to the pan and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 2: Sauté the Veggies

  1. In the same pan, add a little more olive oil if needed. Sauté the diced onion and bell pepper over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, until softened and fragrant.

Step 3: Add the Rice and Liquid

  1. Stir in the rice, chicken broth, diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and frozen corn. Mix well to combine.
  2. Return the cooked chicken to the pan, distributing it evenly among the ingredients.

Step 4: Cook Everything Together

  1. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan with a lid and let it cook for 20–25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  2. Remove from heat and let the mixture rest for 5 minutes with the lid on. Fluff the rice with a fork.

Step 5: Add Toppings and Serve

  1. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the warm burrito bowl mixture, allowing it to melt.
  2. Top with avocado, sour cream, cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Serve immediately.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 35g