chicken, black beans & rice

This is one of our favorite meals of all time. It's just one big bowl of deliciousness.

ingredients:

2 tsp vegetable oil

1 cup uncooked white rice

1 tsp chili powder

2 cups cubed, cooked chicken (1 large chicken breast, or 2 small ones)

2 cups frozen seasoning blend (onions, bell pepper, etc. i use pictsweet brand)

1 can black beans, drained and rinsed

1 can chicken broth

2 tbsp water

shredded cheddar cheese

directions:

1. heat oil in large pot over medium-high heat. when hot, add rice and chili powder. cook and stir about 1 minute.

2. stir in all remaining ingredients except cheese.

3. bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. (about 15 min.) stir occasionally.

4. remove skillet from heat and fluff mixture with a spoon.

5. add cheese and serve.