Description

Craving taco night but dreading a sink full of dishes? This one-skillet Chicken & Rice Taco masterpiece is your new go-to. Juicy chicken, sizzling peppers, and fluffy lime-splashed rice all mingle in one pan, soaking up smoky taco spices and pure comfort. Inspired by Harper’s chaotic college kitchen and her abuela’s Friday taco nights, this dish delivers bold flavor with minimal fuss. Just one pan, a few fresh toppings, and boom—Tuesday becomes a flavor celebration.

Ingredients

Scale

For Chicken:

2 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
1 tsp Kosher Salt
2 tbsp Taco Seasoning
3 tbsp Avocado Oil

For Rice & Veggies:

1 Red & 1 Green Bell Pepper, thinly sliced
½ Yellow Onion, thinly sliced
2 Garlic Cloves, minced
1 cup White Jasmine Rice, rinsed
¼ tsp Salt + 1 tbsp Taco Seasoning
Zest + Juice of ½ Lime
1½ cups Chicken Broth
¼ cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro

Optional Toppings:

Avocado or Guacamole
Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt
Crushed Tortilla Chips
Jalapeño Slices
Pickled Red Onions

Instructions

Season chicken with salt and taco seasoning. Let sit 5 mins.
Sear chicken in hot oil (medium-high) 3–4 mins/side. Work in batches. Set aside.
Sauté peppers & onion in same pan for 3–4 mins. Add garlic, stir 30 secs.
Add rice, seasoning, lime zest/juice. Stir to coat. Toast 1 min.
Add broth, scrape pan, and bring to simmer. Nestle chicken back in, skin-side up.
Cover & simmer 18–20 mins on low. Check doneness at 18 mins.
Rest 5 mins, fluff rice, stir in cilantro. Add toppings and serve warm!

Notes

Rinse rice well—this ensures fluffiness!
No peeking while it cooks—steam is your flavor friend.
Freeze leftovers in portions for weekday magic!

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins

Nutrition

Calories: 470 kcal per serving
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 35g