One Pan Mexican Chicken and Rice
A delightful one-pan dish combining tender chicken, flavorful rice, vibrant veggies, and spices for a comforting meal with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts Thighs tend to be more flavorful and tender.
- 1 cup long-grain white rice Long-grain rice works best for texture and flavor absorption.
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (14 ounces) Can use spicy canned tomatoes for added heat.
- 1 cup chicken broth For added flavor.
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder Feel free to adjust for more heat.
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional) Use your choice of cheese.
- to garnish Fresh cilantro Optional for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat and add a splash of oil to prevent sticking.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and half the chili powder, cumin, and paprika.
- Once the pan is hot, add the chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion and chopped bell pepper. Sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the rice, ensuring it gets coated in the oil and mixes well with the vegetables.
- Pour in the canned tomatoes (with juices) and chicken broth. Mix everything together and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and cover the skillet. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice absorbs most of the liquid.
- After 15 minutes, add the corn and black beans to the rice and stir well.
- Slice the chicken and place it on top of the rice mixture. Cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
- If desired, sprinkle shredded cheese on top and let it melt for a couple of minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
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Notes
Allow the dish to rest for a few minutes after cooking for the rice to firm up. Serve with lime wedges, avocado slices, or guacamole for added flavor.