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Chicken Burrito Skillet
A flavorful one-pan dish combining tender chicken, rice, beans, and spices, topped with cheese and fresh garnishes for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and black pepper, to taste Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Cherry tomatoes, halved Cherry tomatoes for garnish
- Chopped green onions Green onions for garnish
- Fresh cilantro, chopped Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear in 1 tbsp olive oil until golden and cooked through, then set aside.
- Sauté diced onion in the same skillet until softened, then add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Add rice and toast briefly, then stir in tomatoes, beans, spices, and broth. Bring to a boil.
- Return chicken to skillet, cover, and simmer 20–25 minutes until rice is tender and broth absorbed.
- Sprinkle cheese on top, cover, and let melt for 5 minutes. Garnish with tomatoes, green onions, and cilantro before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lime or hot sauce before serving.