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Cheesy Chicken Taco Rice

Cheesy Chicken Taco Rice: The Best Comfort Food for Home Cooks

  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Discover the rich combination of flavors in this Cheesy Chicken Taco Rice recipe, perfect for comforting home meals.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 pound chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup corn, drained
  • 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add diced chicken. Cook until no longer pink.
  2. Stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
  3. Combine cooked rice, corn, and cheese in the skillet. Mix well until cheese is melted.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in green onions and cilantro.
  5. Serve topped with sour cream.

Notes

  • Feel free to substitute ground beef or turkey for chicken.
  • This dish can be made vegetarian by using black beans instead of chicken.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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