Cheesy Fiesta Chicken and Rice Skillet
Cheesy Fiesta Chicken and Rice Skillet is made in just one skillet and perfect for busy nights! The rice has wonderful flavor and is filled with black beans, corn, and fire roasted tomatoes. Topped with taco seasoned chicken and smothered in melted cheese this meal will be loved by the entire family!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 (1-ounce) package taco seasoning mix, divided
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-ounce) diced tomatoes with juice
- 1 (8.5-ounce) can corn,
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional Toppings
- fresh chopped cilantro
- sliced olives
- 1 sliced avocado
Instructions
- Rub the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning. Add the olive oil and seasoned chicken to a large skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until cooked throughout. Remove and set aside on a plate and cover with aluminum foil.
- Returning to the same skillet, add the rice, chicken broth, black beans, tomatoes, corn, and remaining taco seasoning. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and cover for 20-25 minutes until all of the liquid is absorbed.
- Add the chicken back to the pan and cover with a lid until the chicken is heated through to 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Top with cheddar cheese and heat until melted. You can also place the skillet in the oven to broil for a minute to melt the cheese! Top with optional toppings and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 666kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 131mg | Sodium: 431mg | Potassium: 921mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 586IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 196mg | Iron: 3mg
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