Southwest Chicken and Rice

Name: Southwest Chicken and Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast (diced into bite-sized pieces); 2 Tbsp olive oil (divided); 1 (1 oz) packet fajita seasoning mix; 1 Tbsp butter; 1 medium yellow onion (diced); 1 red bell pepper (diced); 1 green bell pepper (diced); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 15 oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes; 15 oz black beans (drained and rinsed); 1 tsp chili powder; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/4 tsp ground coriander; 2 1/4 cups chicken broth (reduced sodium); 1 cup dry long grain white rice; 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese; 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro; 2 Tbsp lime juice (fresh if possible); 8 oz can corn (drained); 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground paprika; 1 teaspoon white sugar; ½ teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

5 steps

Prep:15minCook:35min

Made in one pan, this Cheesy Southwest Chicken and Rice is bursting with powerful flavors, and ready in 45 minutes or less!

Updated at: Tue, 28 May 2024 22:24:02 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Great

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories835.2 kcal (42%)

Total Fat29.8 g (43%)

Carbs75.5 g (29%)

Sugars9.7 g (11%)

Protein61.5 g (123%)

Sodium2389.1 mg (119%)

Fiber10.5 g (38%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

Heat a large heavy bottomed pot that has a lid over MED HIGH heat. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil, then add diced chicken breasts. Sprinkle fajita seasoning mix over chicken and stir. Cook 6-8 minutes, until lightly golden brown and cooked through. Set chicken aside on a plate and cover to keep warm.

Step 2

To same pot, add remaining 1 Tbsp olive oil and butter. Add onion, and both bell peppers and cook 3-4 minutes, until softened. Add garlic and cook another 30 seconds or so, until fragrant.

Step 3

Add tomatoes, black beans, chili powder, cumin, paprika, coriander, and chicken broth. Stir together, then stir in rice.

Step 4

Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to LOW and simmer 20-23 minutes, stirring halfway through. When no excess liquid remains and rice is tender, turn off heat.

Step 5

Fluff rice with a fork, then stir in 1 cup cheese, cilantro, lime juice, corn, and cooked chicken. Top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese, cover and let sit a few minutes, until cheese is melted.

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