Description
One-Pan Chicken Burrito Bowl is a flavorful and easy-to-make dinner that the whole family will love. This all-in-one meal features tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and hearty brown rice, all seasoned to perfection with zesty spices. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish not only minimizes cleanup but also maximizes taste. Customize your bowl with your favorite toppings for a deliciously satisfying experience that’s both nutritious and visually appealing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup brown rice (uncooked)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers (red and yellow), chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion; sauté until translucent (about 3 minutes). Stir in minced garlic; cook for an additional minute.
- Add cubed chicken breasts, cumin, and chili powder. Cook until the chicken is golden brown on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in chopped bell peppers, rinsed brown rice, and black beans.
- Pour in chicken broth and lime juice. Bring to a simmer while stirring occasionally.
- Cover the skillet; reduce heat to low and simmer for about 25 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Serve hot; garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg