One-Pan Chicken Burrito Bowl
A delicious and nutritious one-pan meal that's perfect for busy weeknights, featuring chicken, rice, beans, and vibrant toppings.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the chicken
- 1 teaspoon chili powder For seasoning
- 1 teaspoon cumin For seasoning
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- for garnish Fresh cilantro
- for serving Lime wedges
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until no longer pink, about 6-7 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and slice it.
- Add cooked rice, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes to the skillet; stir to combine.
- Cook for another 5 minutes, until heated through.
- Stir in the sliced chicken and top with cheese.
- Cover and cook for a few more minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Serve garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in the spices for a few hours before cooking. You can use brown rice or quinoa for a healthier twist. Feel free to add extra veggies like bell peppers or zucchini for more nutrients.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5g
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