Mexican Chicken And Rice Recipes

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MEXICAN CHICKEN AND RICE



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On days I get home late from the hospital, I'm glad this main dish comes together easily in one skillet. Sometimes, I make it ahead in the morning and refrigerate. It's so quick to just sprinkle on the cheese and reheat it for dinner.-Cindy Gage, Blair, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup salsa
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili powder, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
1/2 to 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the chicken green pepper and onion in oil until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are crisp-tender. Add the corn, broth, salsa, salt, chili powder if desired and pepper; bring to a boil., Stir in the rice; cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand for 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 782mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

EASY MEXICAN CHICKEN AND RICE



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This is a super-tasty, Mexican-style dinner that everyone loves. I've served it at informal get-togethers, passing the toppings around for a fun presentation. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 tablespoons butter
1-3/4 cups salsa
1 envelope (5.4 ounces) Mexican-style rice and pasta mix
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1 medium tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown chicken in butter. Stir in the salsa, rice mix, olives and lime juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until rice is tender., Sprinkle with cheese. Serve with sour cream, avocado and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 617 calories, Fat 32g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 133mg cholesterol, Sodium 1478mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

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