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Green Sauce Chicken & Rice Skillet


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  • Author: betty-m
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A colorful one-pan meal featuring tender chicken, zesty salsa verde, and gooey cheese on a comforting rice bed, packed with fiber from black beans and corn.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 15.5 oz salsa verde
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
  • 1 cup white long grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup roasted corn
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Dash of black pepper
  • 3 tbsp cilantro (optional)
  • Optional toppings: sliced avocado, red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Add olive oil to a pan and heat on medium.
  2. Add minced garlic and diced onion; sauté until onions are translucent.
  3. Mix spices in a bowl and add to the pan.
  4. Pour in black beans, roasted corn, shredded chicken, green chiles, chicken broth, salsa verde, and rice. Mix to combine.
  5. Bring to a boil for 2-3 minutes, then reduce heat to a simmer and cover. Cook for 15 minutes.
  6. Check when time is up; add more time if rice isn’t done.
  7. Once rice is cooked, turn off heat, add cheese, and cover for 2-3 minutes to melt.
  8. Top with cilantro, avocado, and red pepper flakes before serving.

Notes

For creamier texture, add a dollop of sour cream before serving. Let the skillet sit covered for a few minutes after cooking to meld flavors.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg