One-Pot Cheesy Southwest Chicken & Rice: Easy Comfort Food Recipe
An easy and comforting one-pot recipe featuring cheesy southwest flavors and hearty chicken and rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Southwest
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup corn, frozen
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in bell pepper, onion, and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Add rice, chicken broth, corn, black beans, chili powder, and cumin; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked.
- Stir in cheddar cheese and cilantro; mix until cheese is melted.
Notes
- For added heat, include jalapeños.
- Can substitute quinoa for rice for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg