Cheesy Mexican Skillet Chicken with Rice and Salsa

Mexican Cheddar Skillet Chicken

Total Time: 38 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Servings: 4
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: Mexican, Healthy, < 60 Mins

Ingredients

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken
   Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of oil. Place the boneless, skinless chicken breast halves in the skillet and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside on a plate.

2. Cook the Rice Mixture
   In the same skillet, add the long-grain minute rice, whole tomatoes (diced), and chunky salsa. Stir to combine, ensuring the rice is coated with the salsa mixture.

3. Simmer the Chicken and Rice
   Reduce the heat to low and return the chicken to the skillet. Cover the skillet and let the mixture simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the rice has absorbed the liquid.

4. Add the Cheese
   Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese over the chicken and rice. Cover the skillet again and continue cooking for about 3 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and bubbly.

5. Serve and Enjoy
   Once the cheese has melted, remove the skillet from the heat and serve the Mexican Cheddar Skillet Chicken directly from the pan for a flavorful, easy one-dish meal.

This Mexican Cheddar Skillet Chicken is a perfect weeknight dinner option that’s both quick and satisfying. With tender chicken, fluffy rice, zesty salsa, and melted cheddar cheese, it’s a crowd-pleasing dish that’s ready in under 40 minutes. Plus, it’s loaded with protein, making it an excellent healthy choice for any family dinner.

User Reviews

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A flavorful dish with a great combination of spices and textures. The whole family loved it!” – Sarah M.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Quick to make and so delicious! The melted cheddar really ties everything together.” – John T.

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