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Cheesy Chicken Taco Rice

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Cheesy Chicken Taco Rice is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, zesty taco spices, and melty cheese, all cooked in one pan for easy cleanup.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, not drained
  • 1 can (8 ounces) plain tomato sauce
  • 1 ½ cups (12 ounces / 360 g) chicken broth
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup (185 g) long grain white rice, uncooked and rinsed
  • 2 cups (226 g) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • Cherry tomatoes, for garnish
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for topping)
  • Sour cream, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté chopped onion until softened.
  • Toss chicken with taco seasoning, add to skillet, and cook until browned.
  • Stir in minced garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, black beans, and rice, and mix well.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is tender.
  • Stir in shredded cheese, cover to melt, and optionally broil for a bubbly top.
  • Garnish with cherry tomatoes and cilantro, serve with sour cream and lime.

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Notes

Consider marinating chicken with taco seasoning for extra flavor.
Using low-sodium chicken broth can help balance flavors.
Adjust spice levels by adding jalapeños or hot sauce as desired.

  • Author: Marry
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 42
  • Fiber: 7
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 65