Description
Hearty Mexican-inspired Pot Chicken Burrito Bowl delivers bold flavors and easy preparation in one satisfying dish. Packed with tender chicken, zesty rice, and fresh toppings, this meal brings southwest comfort directly to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breast (or thighs), diced
- 1 (15 ounces) can black beans, drained & rinsed
- 1 cup frozen or canned corn
Base and Grains:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 (14.5 ounces) can diced tomatoes (fire-roasted)
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 packet (or 2 tablespoons) taco seasoning
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
Toppings:
- Shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese
- Avocado or guacamole
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Chopped cilantro
- Sliced jalapenos
- Tortilla chips
Homemade Taco Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teasp
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious pot over medium-high temperature, carefully introducing diced chicken seasoned with zesty taco spices, ensuring each piece becomes golden and flavorful through consistent stirring.
- Incorporate finely chopped onions and minced garlic, allowing them to release their aromatic essence and soften slightly within the chicken mixture.
- Gently fold in uncooked rice, diced tomatoes, concentrated tomato paste, and rich chicken broth, creating a harmonious blend of ingredients that will transform into a vibrant one-pot meal.
- Encourage the mixture to reach a gentle bubbling point, then reduce heat to low, covering the pot to create a steamy environment that will perfectly cook the rice and meld the flavors.
- Allow the rice to absorb the liquid and become tender, maintaining a watchful eye to prevent overcooking and ensure a fluffy texture.
- Introduce black beans and sweet corn kernels, carefully stirring to distribute them evenly throughout the dish, then squeeze fresh lime juice to brighten the overall flavor profile.
- Let the ingredients simmer uncovered for a brief moment, allowing the final touches to integrate and intensify the dish’s complex taste.
- Transfer the steaming burrito bowl into serving dishes, creating an inviting presentation topped with melted cheese, creamy avocado slices, dollops of tangy sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately with crisp tortilla chips and additional lime wedges, inviting diners to customize their perfect burrito bowl experience.
Notes
- Boost the flavor by toasting the rice in the pan for a minute before adding liquids, creating a nutty, rich undertone that elevates the entire dish.
- Customize protein options by swapping chicken for ground turkey, shredded beef, or plant-based alternatives like tofu or tempeh for diverse dietary needs.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium chicken broth and homemade taco seasoning, allowing better control over salt content without compromising taste.
- Make it meal-prep friendly by storing the burrito bowl in airtight containers for up to 4 days, keeping toppings separate to maintain crispness and prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg