Description
A quick and delicious Chicken and Rice Taco Skillet that combines tender chicken, rice, and beans with flavorful spices, topped with cheese and fresh avocado.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 avocado, diced (for topping)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the uncooked rice, black beans, diced tomatoes (with juices), chicken broth, taco seasoning, and cumin. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, stirring to combine. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top, cover, and let it sit for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Serve the skillet hot, topped with diced avocado, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the skillet during cooking.
- Substitute quinoa for rice for a healthier grain option, adjusting the liquid and cooking time as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg