Speedy South of the Border Chicken Recipe

Name: Speedy South of the Border Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 4 ounces chopped onions; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2 inch cubes; 2 teaspoons chili powder; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon oregano; 4 ounces reduced-sodium chicken broth or 4 ounces homemade chicken broth; 12 ounces low-sodium V8 juice; 15 ounces di neal's refried beans or 15 ounces store-bought pinto beans; 2 ounces vermont sharp cheddar cheese, shredded or grated (English Gloucester cheese is wonderful in this dish!); 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro; 2 ounces sour cream, optional; 3 cups cooked long-grain rice

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 ounces chopped onions
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
2 teaspoons chili powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon oregano
4 ounces reduced-sodium chicken broth or 4 ounces homemade chicken broth
12 ounces low-sodium V8 juice
15 ounces di neal's refried beans or 15 ounces store-bought pinto beans
2 ounces vermont sharp cheddar cheese, shredded or grated (English Gloucester cheese is wonderful in this dish!)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 ounces sour cream, optional
3 cups cooked long-grain rice

1
Heat the oil in a large, heavy, nonstick skillet.
2
Add the onion and saute until just softened.
3
Add the chicken to the onion, along with the chili powder, cumin and oregano.
4
Cook until chicken is no longer pink.
5
Add the chicken broth, V-8 Juice and beans with their liquid.
6
Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes.
7
Stir the cheese into chicken mixture until melted.
8
Immediately remove from heat.
9
Serve over rice, and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
10
Add a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

1003

kcal

Calories

Fat

138

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 4 ounces chopped onions, 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2 inch cubes, 2 teaspoons chili powder, and more.

Yes, Speedy South of the Border Chicken 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!

Speedy South of the Border Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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