Description
Mexican Chicken and Rice is a colorful, one-pot dish that brings together juicy chicken, fluffy rice, and a medley of vibrant vegetables infused with aromatic spices. This delightful meal is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, delivering rich flavors and comforting satisfaction in every bite. Easy to prepare and customize, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Sear in the skillet for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté chopped onion and bell peppers for about 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Stir in rice, diced tomatoes (with juices), and chicken broth; mix well.
- Nestle the seared chicken back into the mixture, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
- Fluff with a fork after letting it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg