Description
Chicken Cheese and Rice is an irresistible family favorite that’s ready in just 30 minutes. This comforting dish features tender chicken, flavorful rice, and a creamy cheese dip, all enhanced with a delightful blend of spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it’s a one-pot meal that delivers big on taste without the fuss. Whether you serve it wrapped in warm tortillas or alongside crispy tortilla chips, this recipe guarantees satisfaction for even the pickiest eaters. Elevate your dinner game with this cheesy, savory delight that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken
- 2 TBSP butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp dried cilantro
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 TBSP minced garlic
- 10 oz can Rotel tomatoes
- 8 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup long grain white rice (uncooked)
- 1 TBSP olive oil
- White queso cheese dip
- Fresh cilantro for topping
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and add chicken.
- Season with salt, pepper, cayenne, cumin, dried cilantro, and chili powder; stir to coat.
- Cook until the chicken is done; move to the edges of the skillet.
- Add olive oil and uncooked rice; stir for a minute.
- Pour in Rotel, tomato sauce, minced garlic, and chicken broth; mix well.
- Cover and simmer on medium-low heat for about 15–20 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Top with white queso cheese dip and sprinkle fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg