Description
A quick and easy one-pot chicken fajita rice dish packed with seasoned chicken, bell peppers, and onions, all cooked together in a single skillet for a delicious and convenient meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 bell peppers (any color), thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups uncooked white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup salsa
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken pieces and season with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Add sliced onion and bell peppers to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Add uncooked rice to the skillet and stir to coat with the vegetables and any drippings.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Return the browned chicken to the skillet. Stir in rinsed black beans and salsa.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff the rice with a fork. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For spicier fajitas, add a pinch of cayenne pepper with the other spices.
- You can substitute chicken breasts for chicken thighs, but adjust cooking time as needed.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like corn or jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet/One-Pot
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired