Description
This Creamy Fajita Chicken One-Pot Rice combines the bold flavors of fajitas with tender chicken, creamy rice, and colorful bell peppers. It’s a satisfying, all-in-one meal perfect for weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the chicken until no longer pink. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the onion, bell peppers, and garlic until softened.
- Add the rice, chicken broth, heavy cream, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked through.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lime juice and a sprinkle of shredded cheese before serving. This dish can be customized with your favorite vegetables or additional seasonings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes