Description
This One-Pan Chicken Burrito Bowl is a flavorful and easy-to-make meal that combines seasoned chicken, rice, black beans, corn, and salsa all cooked together in a single skillet. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and fresh garnishes like avocado, lime, and cilantro, it’s a quick, hearty dish perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Main Bowl Ingredients
- 1 cup rice
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup salsa
Toppings and Garnish
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 lime, sliced
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the dish after initial stovetop steps.
- Mix Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder to create a flavorful spice blend.
- Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces for even cooking and easy eating.
- Heat Skillet and Oil: Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large oven-safe skillet, preparing to brown the chicken.
- Cook Chicken: Add seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet, cooking until browned on all sides to develop flavor and seal juices.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in rice, chicken broth, black beans, corn, and salsa to the skillet, mixing everything evenly.
- Simmer Mixture: Bring the skillet contents to a simmer on the stovetop to start cooking the rice before baking.
- Cover and Bake: Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer to the preheated oven, baking for 25-30 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
- Add Cheese: Remove the skillet from the oven, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the dish.
- Melt Cheese: Return the skillet to the oven for another 5 minutes to melt the cheese thoroughly.
- Garnish: Top the baked burrito bowl with sliced avocado, lime slices, and fresh cilantro for freshness and color.
- Serve: Serve the chicken burrito bowl hot and enjoy a complete, delicious one-pan meal.
Notes
- Use a well-seasoned cast iron or any oven-safe skillet for best results.
- For extra spice, add chopped jalapeños or hot sauce when adding salsa.
- Can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth to make it vegetarian-friendly by swapping chicken with tofu or beans.
- Ensure the skillet is properly covered to prevent moisture loss when baking.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the microwave or oven.