Mexican Chicken and Rice

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    6 servings

  • Calories

    335 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

Mexican Chicken and Rice

This one pan Mexican Chicken and Rice recipe is loaded with vibrant flavors. Easy to prepare and make, it's a perfect weeknight meal for the whole family!

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Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion diced, small
  • 1 pound chicken breast cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 2 teaspoons salt divided
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 ½ cups long grain white rice uncooked
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 15 ounces tomato sauce canned
  • 1 ounce green chilies canned
  • cilantro for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pan, over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until they soften slightly, about 5 minutes.
  2. Increase the heat to medium high, add the cubed chicken. Season with 1 teaspoon salt, pepper garlic powder, chili powder, and cumin. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
  3. Add the rice, remaining salt, and cook with the chicken to lightly toast the rice. Pour the chicken broth, tomato sauce, and green chilies. Stir to combine.
  4. Bring mixture to a boil then lower the heat to a simmer and cover the pan, and cook the rice untouched until the rice is tender and all the liquid is absorbed, about 18 minutes.
  5. Top with fresh cilantro, if desired

Notes

  • Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last up to 4 days and can be reheated on the stovetop.
  • Substitutes: You can use vegetable broth in the place of chicken broth. If you’d like to use quinoa, make sure to decrease the amount of liquid you’re using by 1/2 a cup.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 335kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 45g (15%) Protein 21g (42%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 48mg (16%) Sodium 1522mg (63%) Potassium 666mg (14%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 428IU (9%) Vitamin C 14mg (16%) Calcium 37mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 335 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 335kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 45g 15%
Protein 21g 42%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 48mg 16%
Sodium 1522mg 63%
Potassium 666mg 14%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 428IU 9%
Vitamin C 14mg 16%
Calcium 37mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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