This is a wonderful and sure to become a family favorite! These one-pot chicken burrito bowls are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. Packed with flavor, protein, and wholesome ingredients, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or for meal prep.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy: This recipe comes together in just one pot, making it a breeze to prepare and clean up afterwards.
- Customizable: You can easily customize these burrito bowls with your favorite toppings and add-ins, making it a versatile and family-friendly meal.
- Wholesome and flavorful: Packed with chicken, rice, beans, and a variety of seasonings, these burrito bowls are both nutritious and bursting with delicious flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1/4 cup of diced yellow onion
- 1 cup of uncooked extra-long grain rice
- 1-14.5 oz can of diced tomatoes, drained
- 1-15 oz can of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 2-1/2 cups of low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups of colby jack, monterey jack or cheddar cheese
- Kosher salt and pepper
- Freshly diced tomatoes
- Diced green onions
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
Directions
- Start by sautéing onions in 2 tablespoons of olive oil until they start to soften.
- Season diced chicken with 1 teaspoon of kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
- Add chicken to the pan and cook over medium-high heat until the chicken has started to brown.
- Move the chicken to one side of the pan. In the other side of the pan, add an additional tablespoon of olive oil and sauté uncooked rice for about 2 minutes or just until some grains start to turn golden brown.
- Stir in black beans, canned tomatoes, chicken broth, garlic powder, chili powder, and cumin.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low.
- Cook for about 20 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- Season with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Sprinkle with cheese, cover, and let sit for 2-3 minutes off the heat to melt the cheese.
- Garnish with fresh tomatoes, green onions, sour cream, and guacamole.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Kcal: 480 per serving
Storage
These chicken burrito bowls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. They are also great for meal prep and can be portioned into individual containers for easy grab-and-go lunches.
Recipe Tips
- Feel free to customize these burrito bowls with your favorite toppings such as sliced avocado, salsa, or hot sauce.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, you can add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the dish.
- For a vegetarian version, you can omit the chicken and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
Enjoy your delicious one-pot chicken burrito bowls!