Description
A simple and delicious one-skillet recipe that combines chicken, rice, and Mexican flavors for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in rice, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
- Simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff with a fork and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in spices before cooking.
- Feel free to add your favorite vegetables.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg