Lazy Day Dish

Effortlessly whip up a comforting and flavor-packed meal with this Lazy Day Dish—your ultimate one-pan solution for busy weeknights! Combining tender shredded chicken, vibrant bell peppers, hearty black beans, and sweet corn, this recipe is a symphony of textures and bold flavors. With the help of pantry staples like canned diced tomatoes, pre-cooked rice, and shredded cheddar cheese, it comes together in just 25 minutes from prep to plate. A hint of chili powder and cumin adds a touch of southwestern flair, while optional toppings like sour cream and cilantro take it to the next level. Perfect for feeding the family or meal prepping, this quick and wholesome skillet dinner will soon become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 medium onion
• 1 medium bell pepper
• 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
• 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 1 15-ounce can canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 2 cups white or brown rice (precooked)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0 optional toppings (sour cream, chopped cilantro, hot sauce)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Mince the garlic and dice the onion and bell pepper.

Step 3

Add the garlic, onion, and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Add the cooked chicken to the pan and stir to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), black beans, and frozen corn. Stir well.

Step 6

Add the salt, black pepper, chili powder, and ground cumin. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the mixture is heated through and well combined.

Step 7

Stir in the precooked rice, mixing thoroughly until the rice is warmed and coated in the sauce.

Step 8

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the dish. Cover with a lid and let the cheese melt, about 2 minutes.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with optional toppings like sour cream, chopped cilantro, or hot sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2338.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2871.4

Total Fat 105.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.4g
Cholesterol 550.1mg	0%
Sodium 3663.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 253.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.6g	0%
Total Sugars 30.1g
Protein 224.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1303.2mg	0%
Iron 18.9mg	0%
Potassium 4044.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.1%

Protein: 31.4%

Carbs: 35.5%