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Chicken and Rice Taco Skillet

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Experience a fiesta of flavors with this Chicken and Rice Taco Skillet! Quick and easy to prepare, this one-pan wonder combines juicy chicken, vibrant bell peppers, fluffy rice, and gooey cheese for a delightful weeknight meal. Perfect for family gatherings or Taco Tuesdays, each bite bursts with the essence of Tex-Mex cuisine, making it a memorable dish that will leave everyone asking for more.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 cup colorful bell peppers, diced (red, green, yellow)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients by chopping chicken into bite-sized pieces and dicing the vegetables.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and sauté chicken until golden brown and no longer pink (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic; cook until onions are translucent (3-5 minutes).
  4. Stir in rice and taco seasoning until well-coated.
  5. Pour in chicken broth; bring to a simmer. Cover and reduce heat to low; cook for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
  6. Remove from heat, sprinkle cheese on top, cover briefly to melt (about 5 minutes). Serve hot.
  • Author: James
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg