Salsafied Chicken and Rice

Salsafied Chicken and Rice
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    1.8K

Embark on a culinary adventure with this vibrant and flavorful dish! Tender chicken and fluffy rice meet a zesty salsa embrace, topped with melty cheddar cheese for a comforting kick.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    44 g
  • Cholesterol
    128 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    45 g
  • Saturated Fat
    13 g
  • Sodium
    1347 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    24 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 2 mins In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 7 mins Season chicken cubes with salt and pepper. Add to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside. (5-7 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Pour in chicken broth and salsa. Bring to a boil, then immediately remove from heat. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Stir in instant rice until well combined. (1 minute)

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05 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Sprinkle shredded Cheddar cheese evenly over the top. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 5 mins Cover the skillet tightly and let stand until rice is tender and cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.

For extra flavor, try using a rotisserie chicken instead of cubed chicken breasts.
Spice it up by adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
Feel free to substitute your favorite cheese, such as Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack.
Garnish with fresh cilantro, diced avocado, or a dollop of sour cream for a finishing touch.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 601 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Sallie Langosh

    This was so easy to make on a busy weeknight! The whole family loved it!

  • Rebeka Hayes

    I used brown rice instead of instant rice, but it took longer to cook. Still turned out great!

  • Angelina Spinka

    I added some black beans and corn for extra texture and flavor. Delicious!

  • Fatima Doyle

    A great way to use up leftover salsa. Will definitely make again!

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