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Description
A quick and easy one-pan meal with tender chicken, rice, and melted cheese, flavored with salsa for a tasty dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until browned.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add rice, chicken broth, and salsa to the skillet. Stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Place chicken on top of the rice mixture.
- Cover the skillet and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle cheese over the chicken, and bake uncovered for 5 more minutes.
Notes
- Use an oven-safe skillet for easy cooking.
- Adjust salsa heat level to your preference.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican