Description
Indulge in the creamy, zesty flavors of this Cheesy Chipotle Chicken & Rice Skillet. The tender chicken melds beautifully with the smoky chipotle and gooey cheese, creating a comforting dish that warms the soul with every bite.
Ingredients
- Chicken: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- Rice: 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
- Broth: 2 cups chicken broth
- Cheese: 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Vegetables: 1 medium onion, diced; 1 bell pepper, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Spices: 1 tablespoon chipotle powder; 1 teaspoon cumin; salt and pepper to taste
- Oil: 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and diced chicken to the skillet, cooking until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- Stir in the chipotle powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, mixing well to coat the chicken.
- Add the rinsed rice and chicken broth to the skillet, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
- Remove from heat, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, add a splash of broth to prevent drying out.
- Substitute brown rice for a healthier option, adjusting cooking time as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
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