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Chicken Burrito Skillet

Chicken Burrito Skillet
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Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, any color, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet (or 3 tbsp) taco seasoning
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen or canned corn
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Ro-Tel)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1.5 cups shredded Mexican blend or Cheddar cheese
  • Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Sear the Chicken. Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and sprinkle with half of the taco seasoning. Brown the chicken for about 5-6 minutes until golden. It does not need to be fully cooked through at this stage as it will continue to simmer later.
  2. Step 2: Sauté the Vegetables. Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet with the chicken. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften. Stir in the minced garlic and the remaining taco seasoning, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Combine and Deglaze. Stir in the uncooked rice, allowing it to toast slightly for about 1 minute. Add the black beans, corn, and the can of diced tomatoes with their juices. Pour in the chicken broth and stir everything together, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any flavorful browned bits.
  4. Step 4: Simmer to Perfection. Bring the liquid to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed. Avoid lifting the lid too often so the steam stays trapped.
  5. Step 5: Melt the Cheese. Once the rice is cooked, remove the lid and fluff the mixture with a fork. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Replace the lid for 1-2 minutes until the cheese is perfectly melted and gooey.
  6. Step 6: Final Garnish. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the entire skillet to brighten the flavors before serving.

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