How to Prepare Yummy "Mexican" Chicken 'n' Rice

"Mexican" Chicken 'n' Rice. Cooking liquid for rice should be half water and half salsa. One-Pan Mexican Chicken and Rice. posted by Christy Denney We cook the chicken and rice all in one pan.

Mexican chicken and rice is a one-pot meal loaded with flavor. Marinated chicken thighs simmer together with healthy vegetables, black beans, and tender long grain rice. A tasty Mexican recipe with a balance of protein, fiber, and carbohydrates for a satisfying family-friendly dinner. You can cook "Mexican" Chicken 'n' Rice using 5 ingredients and 5 steps. Here is how you achieve it.

Ingredients of "Mexican" Chicken 'n' Rice

1. Prepare 2 cup of uncooked rice.
2. Prepare 1 cup of salsa.
3. It's 1 cup of water.
4. Prepare 2 cup of raw or cooked chicken.
5. It's 1 cup of shedded cheddar cheese.

Want a Mexican dinner on the table fast? Kill it with this skillet chock-full of flavor, and easy as they come. You'll make this delicious dinner again and again. Hi Guys, today I'll show you How to Make a Mexican Style Rice and Chicken.

"Mexican" Chicken 'n' Rice step by step

1. chop or shred chicken (does'nt have to be 2 cups, can be whatever you have, leftover rottisary works well).
2. cooking liquid for rice should be half water and half salsa.
3. bring water, salsa and chicken to a boil (adding the chicken in this step makes sure the chicken is warm and cooked).
4. add rice and cook according to time on package (if using instant rice, remove from heat on this step).
5. stir in cheese before serving and sprinkle on top as garnish (add more cheese if you like cheesey).

This is one of my favorite recipes to use leftover cooked chicken. Rice and chicken breasts are simmered in salsa broth, then finished with gooey cheese and served with avocado. This Chicken and Rice Skillet is the ultimate hearty Mexican comfort food that your family will BEG you to make again and again! Quick, easy and exploding with Southwest flavors and textures. A complete meal all in one bursting with tender chicken, tasty rice, and a great Mexican attitude.

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