Mexican Chicken and Rice
At a Glance
- Total
- 1 hr 10 min
- Servings
- 1.00 serving(s)
Categories
- Main Course
- Mexican
- Stovetop
Servings & Nutrition
Original recipe serves 1. Current scale: 1x.
Nutrition and servings are approximate based on the ingredient list. Please verify for dietary or medical needs.
This recipe for Mexican Chicken and Rice brings together 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes, 1 package taco seasoning, 2 tablespoons cooking oil in a practical dish for home cooking. It takes about 1 hr 10 min to prepare and cook. It makes approximately 1 servings.
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Equipment
Heavy skillet with tight-fitting lid
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes
- 1 package taco seasoning
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 1 cup uncooked uncle ben converted rice
- 1 cup salsa (Mild, medium or hot to your taste)
- 1 cup water
- salt and pepper
Instructions
Toss the chicken cubes with taco seasoning.
In a heavy skillet with a tight fitting lid, heat the oil and add the chicken and cook, stirring, until it changes color.
Stir in rice and stir to mix.
Add salsa and water.
Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer.
Cover and allow to cook about 20 minutes.
Remove from heat and allow to stand about 5 minutes before serving.
If you like, you may sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
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