30-Minute Spanish Chicken and Rice (One-Skillet)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
408 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
30-Minute Spanish Chicken and Rice (One-Skillet)
Description
The recipe starts by melting butter in a skillet and sautéing tomatoes, onion, and bell pepper with salt and garlic powder to blend flavors and soften the vegetables. Uncooked brown jasmine rice and chicken broth are then added and brought to a boil. Reducing the heat to a simmer and covering allows the rice to absorb liquid and cook through over 15 to 20 minutes, stirred occasionally to avoid sticking.
Cooked chicken, such as rotisserie or homemade seasoned chicken, is added last to warm without overcooking. The dish has a balance of mild spices with the vegetables and chicken creating a comforting, straightforward meal. Common toppings include shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado to add creaminess and richness.
Using pre-seasoned chicken enhances the dish’s flavor. If plain chicken is used, adjust the seasoning to taste after adding the chicken.
Ingredients
- 2 (14.5-oz.) fire roasted diced tomatoes I used Muir Glen, canned
- 1 onion diced, small, 140g
- 1 bell pepper diced, 160g
- 2 Tbsp butter 28g
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder or to taste
- 2 cups chicken broth 480g
- 1 cup brown jasmine rice uncooked, 180g
- 12 oz. chicken store-bought, rotisserie or homemade (see notes, cooked
Instructions
- Add butter to a medium-size skillet. Heat over medium heat until melted.
- Add in the tomatoes, onion, pepper, salt and garlic powder. Mix to combine and saute for 5-6 minutes.
- Next, add the rice and the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer (this was medium heat for me) and cover. Simmer until most of the liquid is absorbed, about 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Finally, stir in the chicken until heated through. Taste and add any salt or pepper to preference.
- Serve up in a bowl and top with your favorite toppings to really elevate all the flavors! I love shredded cheese, sour cream and avocado!
Notes
- Use seasoned chicken for best flavor; add additional seasonings if using plain chicken.
- Stir the rice occasionally to prevent sticking during simmering.
- Consider toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado to complement the dish.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 408 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 of skillet (384g) | |
| Calories | 408kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 49.1g | 16% |
| Protein | 30.8g | 62% |
| Fat | 9.8g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6g | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 80.1mg | 27% |
| Fiber | 4.8g | 19% |
| Sugar | 7.9g | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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