¼tspSalt and pepper - plus more for chicken seasoning
1cupmozzarella cheese
Instructions
Prep the ingredients: Grate the cheese, chop the yellow onion, drain and rinse the canned black beans, drain the diced tomatoes.
Chop the chicken breast into bite-size pieces. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside for now.
Add a bit of cooking oil to a large pot or frying pan over medium-high heat. Toast the rice for 1-2 minutes.
Add a bit more cooking oil and the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until onion turns translucent, about 1-2 minutes.
Add a bit more oil and the chopped chicken. Sear on all sides for only 1-2 minutes.
Add in the chicken broth, black beans, diced tomatoes, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt and ground pepper.
Mix together and bring to a boil, then reduce and let simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until liquid has disappeared. Stir occasionally during the process.
Remove from heat, sprinkle the cheese overtop. Cover with a lid for 1-2 minutes to help the cheese melt. Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Notes:
Leftovers: This recipe can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days. Add to small containers for easy lunches.
It’s easier to prep ingredients before you begin the recipe. There are a few small steps to cooking but each requires only 1-2 minutes before moving on to the next. That’s not enough time to chop and prep between each one.
Keep cooking oil nearby. You’ll need to add it as you go – before toasting rice, before adding chicken and before onions. Use any cooking oil you regularly use in your kitchen.
Toasting the rice adds flavor to the meal and creates more even cooking. Add a bit of oil to the pot then mix in the rice. It will only take a minute or two before you start to see the rice turning brown.
Sear the Chicken quickly for only 1-2 minutes before moving on to the next step. This helps to seal in more flavor.
Add other vegetables if you have them. Frozen corn or peas, chopped bell pepper and olives would all be delicious! Make sure to use softer vegetables – hard vegetables such as carrots and sweet potatoes will take longer to cook.
Add your favorite burrito bowl toppings including fresh lime juice, sour cream or plain greek yogurt, pico de Gallo, adobo sauce, and sliced red onion.
For a more affordable meal, you can use ground chicken, turkey or beef.