Description
A flavorful and easy-to-make Mexican Chicken and Rice dish featuring tender seasoned chicken breast cooked with saffron yellow rice and topped with creamy white queso dip. Perfect for a comforting weeknight meal packed with vibrant flavors and cheesy goodness.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Rice
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1.5 lbs uncooked boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into small bite-size pieces
- 1 tsp Goya Adobo Seasoning
- 1 (10 oz) package Vigo Saffron Yellow Rice (Arroz Amarillo)
- 1 cube Knorr Tomato Bouillon (optional)
- 2 1/2 cups water
Queso Sauce
- 3 oz White Queso Dip (see notes)
- 2 tbsp milk (skim, 1%, 2%, or whole)
- Cooking spray (for skillet)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: If the chicken pieces seem wet, pat them dry thoroughly with a paper towel. Sprinkle 1 tsp of Goya Adobo Seasoning evenly over the chicken and rub it in to coat well.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 2 tsp of olive oil in a large Dutch oven or a non-stick deep skillet with a tight-fitting lid over medium heat. Add the seasoned diced chicken and cook without stirring for about 3 minutes to brown one side. Then turn the pieces and continue cooking until the chicken is fully cooked and nicely browned on all sides.
- Add Rice and Simmer: Once the chicken is cooked, add the 10 oz package of Vigo Saffron Yellow Rice, crumble in 1 cube of Knorr Tomato Bouillon if using, and pour in 2½ cups of water. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil, cooking for about one minute.
- Cook Covered: Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 20 to 25 minutes. Check the rice after 20 minutes to ensure it is tender and cooked through. Continue cooking if necessary.
- Finish with Queso: When the rice is cooked, add 3 oz of white queso dip along with 2 tablespoons of milk. Fluff the mixture gently with a fork to combine the cheese sauce evenly throughout the rice and chicken. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Use any type of milk you prefer for the queso—skim, 1%, 2%, or whole—all work well.
- The Knorr Tomato Bouillon cube is optional but adds an extra depth of flavor.
- If you cannot find the 10 oz package of Vigo Saffron Yellow Rice, weigh out 10 ounces from a larger package and save the remainder for later.
- White Queso Dip can be store-bought or homemade; using a good quality queso will enhance the creaminess of the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
