Description
Indulge in the warmth of One Pot Queso Chicken and Rice, a dish that brings family and friends together with its delightful combination of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and creamy queso. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also a breeze to clean up—everything cooks in just one pot! In about 30 minutes, you can create a comforting meal that pleases even the pickiest eaters. With options for customization, such as adding vegetables or swapping proteins, this versatile dish is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Gather around the table and enjoy every cheesy bite of this satisfying meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup queso cheese (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- Optional: corn, black beans, diced bell peppers
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and measure out all ingredients.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken with half of the taco seasoning for 3-4 minutes.
- Push chicken to one side; add rice to the other side and toast for about 1 minute.
- Stir in diced tomatoes (with juice), chicken broth, and remaining taco seasoning.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Remove from heat; stir in queso cheese until melted.
- Garnish with cilantro or jalapeños if desired and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg