Chicken And Taco Rice Recipe

Name: Chicken And Taco Rice Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 chicken breasts; 1 med. onion, minced; 1 pkg. dry taco seasoning; 1 sm. can tomatoes, minced; 1-1 1/2 c. frzn peas; 1 c. rice, uncooked; 2 ounce. cheddar cheese, grated; Lowfat sour cream, optional; Black olives, optional; Green onion, optional

Servings: persons

1
Boil the chicken breasts till done.
2
Save the remaining chicken broth.
3
Remove chicken from water and cut into 1 inch pcs, discarding the skin and bones.
4
In a 3 qt pan place 3 c. chicken broth, minced onion, 1/2 package dry taco seasoning (more if desired it very spicy) and the minced canned tomatoes.
5
Cook over medium heat for 20-30 min.
6
Add in the chicken pcs and the uncooked rice.
7
Cook till rice is tender.
8
Add in the frzn peas.
9
Place in a casserole dish.
10
Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese.
11
Bake for 20-25 min in a 350 degree oven.
12
Just prior to serving, garnish with dollops of lowfat sour cream, topped with the sliced black olives and minced green onion.

431

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 chicken breasts, 1 med. onion, minced, 1 pkg. dry taco seasoning, 1 sm. can tomatoes, minced, and more.

Yes, Chicken And Taco Rice Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!