These filling & easy chicken burrito bowls pack a lot of flavor for such a simple one pot recipe. Start to finish, estimate about 40 minutes to make these — and since most of that time is hands off, chicken burrito bowls are a great weeknight dinner option.
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add onion and chicken, then saute for about five minutes until onion is softened and chicken is no longer pink on the outside, stirring occasionally.
Stir in garlic, salt, and spices and cook for another minute.
Stir in rice, broth, beans, and salsa and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover skillet with a tightly fitting lid, and let everything simmer over medium-low heat for 20-25 minutes or until rice is done and has absorbed most of the liquid.
Remove from heat and stir.
Replace lid and let sit covered for 5 more minutes to thicken up (will still be slightly goopy), then serve in bowls.
Top each chicken burrito bowl with diced avocado, green onion, shredded cheese, and/or other burrito bowl fixings of choice.
Notes
Chicken burrito bowls are naturally gluten free, and also dairy free if you don’t top with cheese.