Chicken Spanish Rice Recipe

Name: Chicken Spanish Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts (depends on how many you plan to feed); 1 package of la preferida Spanish rice; 1 2/3 cups water; 1 teaspoon Lawry's Seasoned Salt (or more to taste); 1 pinch garlic powder; 1 tablespoon of hot Mexican chili powder; 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes; 3 teaspoons Kikkoman soy sauce; 1 cup cheddar cheese; 2 tablespoons taco sauce

Servings: persons

1
First cut up the chicken breasts into small cubes or slices.
2
Place then in a ziploc baggie.
3
Add the 3 teaspoons of soysauce.
4
Squeeze the chicken and sauce sauce around so the soysauce just lightly penetrates into the chicken.
5
Place in a medium skillet.
6
Add the season salt, garlic powder, chili powder, and crushed red pepper.
7
Cook chicken breast for 5 to 10 minutes on a medium flame or setting, or until cook through.
8
Meanwhile: In a medium saucepan bring the 1 and 2/3 cups of water to a boil.
9
Add the contents of the rice pouch into the water.
10
Bring back to a boil.
11
Reduce heat to medium, cover and simmer for 3 minutes.
12
Remove from heat and allow to stand, covered for 8 minutes.
13
When the chicken and rice are finshed, mix the chicken into the saucpan with the completed rice.
14
Top with rice and taco sauce.
15
Add more seasoning if wished.

416

kcal

Calories

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 2 chicken breasts (depends on how many you plan to feed), 1 package of la preferida Spanish rice, 1 2/3 cups water, 1 teaspoon Lawry's Seasoned Salt (or more to taste), and more.

Yes, Chicken Spanish Rice 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!

Chicken Spanish Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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