Ingredients
12 ounces Roma tomatoes (about 3), cored and coarsely chopped
2 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
1/2 medium onion, coarsely chopped
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
3 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin, divided
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 bay leaf
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch chunks
1/4 cup barbecue sauce, plus more for serving
1 1/2 cups frozen corn kernels
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
Optional toppings: shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, sour cream, diced avocado, salsa, hot sauce, diced green onions, shredded lettuce, crushed tortilla chips, tortillas
Instructions
- Place tomatoes, chicken broth, garlic, onion, and 2 teaspoons salt in a blender. Blend on high speed until smooth. You should have about 5 1/2 cups purée; add more broth or water if needed.
- Heat vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add rice, 1 teaspoon cumin, and chili powder. Cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and crackling, 3–5 minutes. Add tomato mixture and bay leaf, stirring to loosen any stuck rice.
- Spread rice mixture evenly and bring to a simmer. Meanwhile, season chicken with remaining 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon cumin, then toss with barbecue sauce.
- Arrange chicken over rice in an even layer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir, cover again, and cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 10–15 minutes more.
- Remove from heat. Sprinkle corn and black beans over top, cover, and let sit 5 minutes to heat through.
- Gently fold chicken, rice, corn, and beans together. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve with extra barbecue sauce and desired toppings.
Notes
- Boneless, skinless chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for a juicier texture.
- For extra spice, add jalapeños, cayenne pepper, or hot sauce.
- Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier alternative.
- Ensure barbecue sauce is gluten-free if needed.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 55mg