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Lemon-Corn Chicken Taco Rice Skillet

4 servings ยท 2026-07-02

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast, chopped
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 medium zucchini, chopped
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1 lime
  • 1 avocado
  • 2 tsp taco seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Optional: Greek yogurt, cilantro, extra lime

Method

  1. Warm olive oil in a large skillet and sear the chicken for about 5 minutes.
  2. Add zucchini and corn; cook until the vegetables soften.
  3. Stir in rice, black beans, salsa, and taco seasoning.
  4. Cover briefly until everything is hot and the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Finish with lime juice, avocado, and optional Greek yogurt.

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