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Healthy Mexican Chicken Rice

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350
A flavorful and easy one-pot Mexican chicken and rice dish. Perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • lime wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions 

  • Brown chicken and set aside. Sauté onion, garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeño (if using).
  • Stir in spices and cook for 1 minute. Add rice and coat with spices.
  • Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Stir in black beans, corn, and cooked chicken. Cover and cook for 5 minutes more.
  • Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  • Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges, if desired.

Notes

For a spicier dish, leave the seeds in the jalapeño or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: chicken

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 10g | Sodium: 500mg