Description
This Cheesy Chicken Burrito Skillet is a comforting and flavorful one-pan meal combining tender chicken, seasoned rice, black beans, corn, and melted Mexican cheese. It’s an easy-to-make dish perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner, featuring bold Southwest-inspired flavors with a creamy cheesy finish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained
- 2 small chicken breasts (12-14 oz), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen sweet corn
- 2 tbsp homemade taco seasoning (or store-bought)
- 8 oz Mexican cheese blend, divided
Optional Toppings
- Chopped cilantro
- Chopped green onions
- Diced avocado
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: In a large nonstick skillet, combine the rice, chicken broth, and diced tomatoes with green chiles (including their juices) to start infusing the rice with rich flavor.
- Bring to a Boil: Place the skillet over high heat and bring the mixture to a full boil to prepare it for simmering and cooking the rice evenly.
- Add the Chicken & Veggies: Stir in the bite-sized chicken pieces, drained black beans, frozen sweet corn, and taco seasoning, mixing them well with the rice and tomato mixture.
- Simmer Covered: Lower the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and let the mixture simmer gently, allowing the rice to cook and the chicken to become tender.
- Cook Through: Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking of the rice and chicken.
- Melt the Cheese: Once the rice is tender and the chicken cooked through, remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in half of the shredded Mexican cheese blend to integrate creaminess throughout the dish.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the skillet, then cover again and let it rest for 5 minutes. This allows the cheese on top to melt perfectly and create a gooey cheesy layer.
- Serve: Garnish with optional toppings like chopped cilantro, green onions, or diced avocado to add freshness, color, and extra flavor to the dish before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add extra diced green chiles or a dash of hot sauce.
- Make sure to rinse the black beans to reduce sodium content and improve flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- This dish can be made dairy-free by using a vegan cheese alternative.
