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Mexican Chicken and Rice

Mexican Chicken and Rice

This Mexican Chicken and Rice recipe brings vibrant flavors to your table in a quick and easy one-pan dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Comfort Dinners
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 2 stalks green onions sliced
  • 1 pound chicken breasts cut into pieces
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder for seasoning
  • to taste salt for seasoning
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper for seasoning
For the Rice Mixture
  • 1 cup long grain white rice uncooked
  • 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes 14oz
  • 1 can diced green chiles 4oz
  • 1 can canned black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn thawed
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro for garnish
  • 1 cup red enchilada sauce for flavor
  • 2 cups water for cooking rice
For the Topping
  • 1 cup shredded Colby Jack or Monterey Jack cheese for topping

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Swirl it around to coat the pan, creating a non-stick surface for the chicken.
  2. Add sliced green onions, chicken, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté until the chicken is browned and the onions are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in uncooked rice, fire-roasted tomatoes, green chiles, black beans, corn, enchilada sauce, and water. Mix well to combine all the tasty ingredients.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and fluffy.
  5. Check the rice halfway through cooking; add a splash more water if necessary for that perfect tenderness. Stir to keep things cooking evenly.
  6. Sprinkle cheese on top, cover again, and let it melt for about 2-3 minutes. This adds a delicious, gooey layer!
  7. Garnish with cilantro and additional green onions before serving. This adds a pop of color and freshness to your dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor!

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