Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this One-Pan Chicken Burrito Bowl, where tender spiced chicken meets colorful bell peppers and hearty black beans, all served over fluffy brown rice. Topped with creamy avocado and zesty lime, this dish is not only visually appealing but also perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it’s bound to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 medium bell peppers (red and green), thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 can black beans (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop bell peppers, onion, and garlic into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; sauté until golden brown and cooked through (6-8 minutes).
- Add veggies: Stir in onions, bell peppers, and garlic; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Mix in rice and beans: Add cooked rice and black beans to the skillet; stir well to combine for another 2 minutes.
- Final touches: Remove from heat; mix in cilantro and lime juice.
- Serve: Scoop into bowls garnished with extra cilantro or avocado as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 420g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg