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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 flavors
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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
Course Entree
Cuisine American
Keyword cheesy chicken recipes, one pot chicken and rice, one pot chicken meals, salsa chicken
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 -5 servings
Calories 399kcal
Author Tiffany Bendayan

Ingredients

  • 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 Salsa 1 jar
  • 1 Cup Shredded Cheese
  • 1 - 2 Teaspoons Olive Oil
  • Green Onions sliced
  • Salt + Pepper to taste
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • In a large skillet over medium high heat, add the oil
  • When the oil is hot, add the cubed chicken and brown on both sides. Season with salt and pepper
  • Add the peppers and onions. Cook until softened. 2 minutes
  • Pour in the stock and salsa. Cook until mixture starts to boil
  • Add the rice and mix
  • Cover with lid and reduce heat to low
  • Cook until the rice is done and liquid has evaporated. About 15 minutes
  • Remove from heat and add the corn. Mix and check for seasoning
  • Sprinkle in the cheese and green onions
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 399kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 1059mg | Potassium: 767mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 875IU | Vitamin C: 29.7mg | Calcium: 198mg | Iron: 1.5mg