Description
Queso Salsa Chicken & Rice is a mouthwatering dish that combines succulent chicken with vibrant Spanish rice, topped off with creamy queso and zesty salsa. This one-pan wonder is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. The blend of flavors will have your family and friends coming back for seconds! With tender chicken pieces nestled in savory rice, this comforting meal is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 box Spanish rice
- Chicken broth
- 10 ounces diced tomatoes (undrained)
- 1/2 cup yellow onion (diced)
- 1 bell pepper (diced)
- 2 cups salsa
- 1/2 cup queso cheese dip
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Dice the chicken breasts and toss them with taco seasoning in a large bowl until evenly coated.
- In an oven-safe skillet, combine Spanish rice, chicken broth, undrained diced tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers. Mix well.
- Place the seasoned chicken on top of the rice mixture evenly.
- Cover the skillet with aluminum foil and bake for 50–60 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Stir to combine before drizzling warmed queso over the dish. Let cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg