Description
Indulge in a comforting and flavorful dish with this Easy One-Pan Mexican Cheesy Chicken and Rice. Bursting with vibrant Tex-Mex flavors, this recipe combines tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and gooey melted cheese for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Not only is it quick to prepare—with everything cooking harmoniously in one skillet—but it also allows for easy clean-up, making it a favorite for families. Customizable with your choice of veggies and spices, this dish can be tailored to meet any taste preference. Serve it hot, garnish it with fresh herbs, and enjoy every bite of this hearty creation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast (cut into cubes)
- 5 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 jalapeno (seeds removed and finely chopped)
- 2–3 tablespoons taco seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup long grain rice (rinsed)
- 2 cups passata or plain tomato puree
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 (15 oz.) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup canned sweet corn (about 7 oz, drained)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add cubed chicken and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic, red and green peppers, jalapeno, and taco seasoning; cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add rinsed rice, passata, chicken broth, black beans, salt, and pepper; stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Cover the skillet; reduce heat to low and cook for 15–20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Gently mix in sweet corn until evenly distributed.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top; broil for 3–5 minutes or cover until melted.
- Serve garnished with chopped green onions or cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pan cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg