One Pot Mexican Chicken & Rice
Chicken and rice are very common ingredients, and the basis of many a good meal. Added together in a single pot with a blend of tomato sauce, broth, veggies, and herbs- this one pot Mexican chicken & rice comes together into a delightful dinner.
Servings: 6
Calories: 1136kcal
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 8 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 tsp beef bouillon or 1 beef bouillon cube
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 cup frozen peas & 1/2 cup frozen corn
Instructions
- Cut chicken into one inch pieces and season with salt & pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add chicken. Cook until just barely browned, but not cooked through.
- Add one cup of long grain white rice and saute for one minute. Add remaining ingredients, stir, and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low for about 20 minutes or until rice is tender and fluffy. If there is still liquid in the pan, uncover and simmer until the liquid is reduced.
- Buen Provecho!
Nutrition
Calories: 1136kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 167g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 461mg | Sodium: 878mg | Potassium: 2982mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 283IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 5mg