Southwest Skillet Chicken And Rice  – delicious one pot meal under 30 minutes. This easy to make chicken dish uses store-bought salsa and other yummy southwest flavors
Southwest Skillet Chicken And Rice
Weekdays can be kind of hectic around here. Kids are tired from school and after-school activities, they are whining over doing homework and I am tired of schlepping them around town all day.
So when dinner comes, I am looking for something fast from start to finish. This Southwest Skillet Chicken And Rice is the perfect one pot meal. Not only is the side dish included, it is easy to make and incredibly delicious.
Not only is the side dish included, it is easy to make and incredibly delicious.
This Southwest Skillet Chicken And Rice  is cheesy, kind of sweet, savory and full of flavor. It tastes just like the filling of a fajita. In fact, you can even serve some warm tortillas alongside and roll them up.
In fact, you can even serve some warm tortillas alongside and roll them up.
To get all those southwest flavors I used store-bought salsa. Since I was serving them to my kids I used mild but if you like the heat, add some jalapeños and hot sauce.
The best part about this Southwest Skillet Chicken And Rice is that not only does it work as a quick dinner idea, it is awesome for entertaining on a budget.
Make a big ol’ batch using a large skillet and feed a large crowd for less. The more you save on food the more you can spend on good cocktails :).
Now that summer is almost here I want to spend less time in the kitchen and more in the outdoors. The weather is beautiful, and my kids are begging to go to the pool and the beach often. So I will be cooking slow cooker meals, one pot dinners, and quick salads in the next few weeks.
So I will be cooking slow cooker meals, one-pot dinners, and quick salads in the next few weeks.
I hope you can try this delicious Southwest Skillet Chicken And Rice at home. If you do, please upload a pic on Instagram and tag me @Livingsweetmoments or use the hashtag #LivingSweet. I promise to repost it.
- 2 Large chicken breasts cubed
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 Green Pepper chopped
- 1/2 Cup Corn
- 3/4 Cup Chicken Stock
- 1 Cup Long grain rice uncooked
- 15 oz Jar of Salsa
- 1 Cup Shredded Cheese
- 1 - 2 Teaspoons Olive Oil
- Green Onions sliced
- Salt + Pepper to taste
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In a large skillet over medium high heat, add the oil
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When the oil is hot, add the cubed chicken and brown on both sides. Season with salt and pepper
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Add the peppers and onions. Cook until softened. 2 minutes
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Pour in the stock and salsa. Cook until mixture starts to boil
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Add the rice and mix
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Cover with lid and reduce heat to low
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Cook until the rice is done and liquid has evaporated. About 15 minutes
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Remove from heat and add the corn. Mix and check for seasoning
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Sprinkle in the cheese and green onions
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Enjoy!
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LindySez says
June 1, 2015 at 5:41 pmSounds really easy and good. I did want to let you know you have your rice in the recipe twice and I’m sure it’s only one cup ~ Cheers
Tiffany says
June 1, 2015 at 5:47 pmThanks so much lindy! I’ll fix it right away!! Have a great day
HEILEIG DIAMONDS says
June 10, 2015 at 3:26 amNice Recipes… I like it
Tiffany says
June 10, 2015 at 8:02 amThank you
Dana says
June 11, 2015 at 9:43 amGreat recipe! made this yesterday and it was delicious, easy, and cheap. I ate it with sour cream on the side, definitely making this again!
Tiffany says
June 11, 2015 at 9:46 amHi Dana! I am so glad you liked it! Thank you for letting me know. Have a great day!
Amber Ludwig says
August 20, 2015 at 9:45 pmOH this sounds amazing!! I love that its a one skillet meal too!! Cuts down on dishes 😉 which is something I loathe to wash lol!! Thanks for the great recipe!! I will have to try it asap!
Tiffany says
August 21, 2015 at 8:44 amI hate washing dishes too!!
Mike says
October 11, 2015 at 10:56 pmTo get my wife to consider eating this, I’d need to make it with brown rice. Do you think it can be adjusted? If so,, how?
Thanks!
Tiffany says
October 12, 2015 at 8:59 amHi Mike… Brown Rice uses the same amount of liquid as white rice but takes double the time to cook, so keep that in mind when making this dish!
Let me know how it turns out!
brian ball says
May 29, 2016 at 10:00 pmI would suggest cooking brown rice separate. Otherwise you run the risk of dry chicken or crunchy rice.
Tiffany says
May 30, 2016 at 7:41 amHi Brian! this recipe calls for white rice.
Bart says
July 14, 2016 at 12:09 pmWhat kind of salsa would you recommend?
Also check if we can find it over here on the old continent 😉
Tiffany says
July 14, 2016 at 12:10 pmHi Bart! I used Pace Salsa but you can use your favorite brand! Cheers!
Michelle H. says
January 24, 2017 at 1:01 pmIs 1 ounce of salsa correct? Or should it be 1 15ounce jar of salsa? Just checking, this looks sooooo goood!!!
Tiffany says
January 24, 2017 at 1:04 pmSorry for the confusion Michelle! it’s 1 – 15 oz jar of salsa.