Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of our Salsa Verde Chicken & Rice Skillet, a quick and delicious one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. This dish combines tender shredded chicken with aromatic spices and zesty salsa verde, creating a delightful blend of textures and tastes. Packed with protein, fiber-rich black beans, and wholesome veggies, this skillet meal is not only satisfying but also nutritious. It’s versatile enough to accommodate your favorite toppings or additional vegetables, making it a family-friendly option for casual dinners or gatherings. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe will quickly become a staple in your kitchen!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 15.5oz salsa verde
- 1 can (4oz) diced green chiles
- 1 cup white long grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup roasted corn
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- dash of black pepper
- 3 tbsp cilantro
- optional toppings: avocado, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- In a bowl, mix chili powder, sea salt, cumin, and garlic powder; add to skillet.
- Stir in drained black beans, roasted corn, shredded chicken, green chiles, chicken broth, salsa verde, and rice.
- Bring to a boil for 2–3 minutes; then reduce heat to simmer and cover for 15 minutes.
- Check the rice; if needed, cook longer until tender.
- Once cooked through, turn off the heat and top with shredded cheese; let melt with the lid on for 2–3 minutes.
- Serve warm topped with fresh cilantro and optional avocado.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg