Description
A quick and flavorful one-pan meal featuring juicy chicken, vibrant veggies, and seasoned rice that the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
- Toppings: avocado, cilantro, lime wedges, cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the diced chicken until golden brown.
- Add bell peppers, onion, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook until the veggies start to soften.
- Stir in the rice and mix well.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook until the rice is tender and has absorbed the broth, about 15-20 minutes.
- Let the dish sit for a few minutes before serving with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Use a heavy-bottomed pan for even cooking. Adjust spice levels to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg