A quick, easy, and flavor-packed meal with juicy chicken, seasoned rice, beans, and fresh toppings—all cooked in one pot for easy cleanup!
Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lime juice
For the Rice & Beans:
- 1 cup long-grain rice (jasmine or basmati)
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
- ½ cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp taco seasoning (optional for extra flavor)
Toppings (Optional but Recommended!):
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- ½ avocado, diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, diced
- 1 jalapeño, sliced (for spice)
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat.
- Add diced chicken and season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sauté for 5-6 minutes until browned, then remove from the pan and set aside.
2️⃣ Sauté Aromatics:
- In the same pot, add a little more oil if needed.
- Sauté diced onion and garlic for 2 minutes until fragrant.
3️⃣ Cook the Rice:
- Add uncooked rice, chicken broth, black beans, diced tomatoes (with juice), corn, and taco seasoning.
- Stir well and bring to a simmer.
4️⃣ Combine & Simmer:
- Return the cooked chicken to the pot and stir everything together.
- Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
5️⃣ Finish & Serve:
- Fluff the rice with a fork and sprinkle cheese on top (if using), letting it melt.
- Garnish with avocado, cilantro, red onion, jalapeños, and a squeeze of fresh lime.
6️⃣ Enjoy! 🎉
- Serve warm with extra toppings or tortilla chips for a fun crunch!
Pro Tips:
✅ Make it Spicy: Add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce while cooking.
✅ Low-Carb Version: Swap rice for cauliflower rice and reduce broth to 1 cup.
✅ Extra Flavor: Mix in a spoonful of sour cream or Greek yogurt before serving.
