One Skillet Cheesy Chicken And Rice Recipe

Name: One Skillet Cheesy Chicken And Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-2-inch pieces; 1/2 medium yellow onion; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 1/2 cups white rice; 1 cup mild enchilada sauce; 2 cups chicken stock; 1 tablespoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 pinch red pepper flakes (more if you like hotter foods); 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese; sour cream (optional); chopped cilantro (optional)

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons butter
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-2-inch pieces
1/2 medium yellow onion
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 cups white rice
1 cup mild enchilada sauce
2 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pinch red pepper flakes (more if you like hotter foods)
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese
sour cream (optional)
chopped cilantro (optional)

1
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Add onions, garlic and chicken. Stir occasionally. Cook for 4-5 minutes until chicken cooked almost all the way through.
3
Add rice and toast for 3-4 minutes.
4
Add chicken stock, enchilada sauce, cumin, red pepper flakes and salt.
5
Bring to boil, reduce heat to low and cover with a tight fitting lid.
6
Cook, covered, 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Turn off heat.
7
Spread cheese over the top, replace cover and let sit for 5 minutes.
8
Top with sour cream and chopped cilantro when serving.

981

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons butter, 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-2-inch pieces, 1/2 medium yellow onion, 2 garlic cloves, chopped, and more.

Yes, One Skillet Cheesy Chicken And 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.

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One Skillet Cheesy Chicken And Rice

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Variations & substitutions

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