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A large skillet filled with cheesy southwest chicken rice garnished with fresh cilantro and lime.

One-Pot Cheesy Southwest Chicken Rice

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion , diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 cup long -grain white rice
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken cubes and cook until browned on all sides, approximately 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in onion and bell pepper, sautéing until softened, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add garlic and taco seasoning, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the dry rice and cook for 2 minutes to lightly toast.
  6. Pour in chicken broth, black beans, and corn; bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  8. Remove from heat, sprinkle cheese over the top, and cover for 2 minutes to melt.
  9. Stir in lime juice and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.