Spanish Chicken and Rice Skillet

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    6 servings

  • Calories

    605 kcal

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

Spanish Chicken and Rice Skillet

With just a few ingredients, you can make this Spanish Chicken and Rice Skillet. It is a delicious and quick meal to feed your whole family!  

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 chicken breasts cut into large pieces
  • 1 ounce taco seasoning
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 14 ounces corn drained
  • 14 ounces black beans drained and rinsed
  • 5.6 ounces Knorr Spanish Rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped
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Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and taco seasoning to taste.  
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet and add chicken.
  3. When chicken is white on all sides, drain off excess oil.  Add salsa, corn, and black beans to skillet.
  4. Stir and cook about 2-3 minutes, then sprinkle the Spanish rice over the chicken and add water. 
  5. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes.
  6. Stir in cheese. 
  7. Squeeze juice of 1/2 lime over the dish. Use remaining lime to garnish the dish. Sprinkle cilantro on top before serving.

Notes

  • Make your own taco seasoning with our recipe.
  • Use chicken broth instead of water for a more flavorful dish.
  • Optional add-ins: sour cream, diced tomatoes, olives, bell peppers

Nutrition Information

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Calories 605kcal (30%) Carbohydrates 88g (29%) Protein 37g (74%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 63mg (21%) Sodium 895mg (37%) Potassium 964mg (28%) Fiber 12g (48%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 985IU (20%) Vitamin C 10.7mg (12%) Calcium 146mg (15%) Iron 5.1mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 605 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 605kcal 30%
Carbohydrates 88g 29%
Protein 37g 74%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 63mg 21%
Sodium 895mg 37%
Potassium 964mg 21%
Fiber 12g 48%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 985IU 20%
Vitamin C 10.7mg 12%
Calcium 146mg 15%
Iron 5.1mg 28%

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

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