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
- Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat.
- Toss the diced chicken with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- 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
- 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
- Stir in the rice, chicken broth, diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and frozen corn. Mix well to combine.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan, distributing it evenly among the ingredients.
Step 4: Cook Everything Together
- 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.
- 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
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the warm burrito bowl mixture, allowing it to melt.
- 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