One Pot Chicken Burrito Bowl
A bold, satisfying one-pan meal with chicken, rice, beans, spices, and cheese—perfect for easy weeknight dinners with a Mexican twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One Pot, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
→ Main Components:
450 g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 tablespoons olive oil
40 g yellow onion, diced
195 g extra-long grain white rice, uncooked
410 g canned diced tomatoes, drained
425 g canned black beans, drained and rinsed
5 g garlic powder
5 g onion powder
10 g chili powder
5 g ground cumin
5 g smoked paprika
600 ml low-sodium chicken broth
→ Finishing & Garnishes:
120 g Colby Jack, Monterey Jack, or Cheddar cheese, grated
Kosher salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Fresh tomatoes, diced
Green onions, diced
Sour cream
Guacamole
Instructions
Sauté onions: In a large sauté pan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook for about 2 minutes until softened.
Cook chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add to pan and cook over medium-high heat for 5 minutes until lightly browned.
Toast rice: Push chicken to one side. Add remaining tablespoon olive oil and uncooked rice to the other side. Sauté rice for 2 minutes until lightly golden.
Simmer: Stir in black beans, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin. Mix well and bring to a simmer.
Cover and cook: Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Finish: Uncover and taste. Add additional salt and pepper if needed. Stir gently to combine.
Melt cheese: Sprinkle cheese evenly over the top. Cover and let sit for 2–3 minutes off heat until melted.
Garnish and serve: Top with fresh diced tomatoes, green onions, sour cream, and guacamole.
Notes
Add sautéed bell peppers or jalapeños for extra flavor.
Stir in frozen corn during the last 5 minutes of cooking for added texture.
Easily substitute ground beef or turkey instead of chicken.
For a lighter option, omit cheese or use reduced-fat cheese.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days—great for meal prep!
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/one-pot-chicken-burrito-bowl/
