Description
Discover the perfect weeknight meal with this One-Pan Cheesy Mexican Chicken & Rice Skillet! This dish brings together tender chicken, vibrant spices, and creamy cheese all in one skillet, making it a hassle-free and delicious option for busy families. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s not only quick but also incredibly versatile; you can easily customize it by adding your favorite veggies or proteins. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends, this savory dish is sure to become a staple on your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Cook the seasoned chicken for 5–6 minutes until lightly browned.
- Add rice to the skillet and stir to coat with spices.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15 minutes until rice absorbs most of the liquid.
- Stir in corn kernels and sprinkle cheese on top. Cover again and cook for an additional 5 minutes until cheese melts.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg