Description
A hearty one-pan meal combining tender chicken, fluffy rice, and rich queso, perfect for families seeking the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup queso (cheese sauce)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pan.
- Season the chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the chicken in the pan until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Add the rice to the same pan and toast for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Place the cooked chicken back in the pan, cover, and cook on low for 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Stir in the queso and combine well.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
For extra spice, use pepper jack cheese. You can also add vegetables like bell peppers or corn to enhance the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken, rice, cheese, Mexican, one-pan meal, easy dinner