Mexican Chicken and Rice

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield 6 servings

A one-pot skillet meal, Mexican chicken and rice is filled with tasty Mex-inspired goodness. Bookmark it for those weeknights when you're rushed but still craving something nourishing for dinner.

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup salsa
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili powder, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
1/2 to 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

In a large skillet, saute the chicken green pepper and onion in oil until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are crisp-tender. Add the corn, broth, salsa, salt, chili powder if desired and pepper; bring to a boil.
Stir in the rice; cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand for 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 381 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 782mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 36g protein.