Description
Enjoy a fast, flavorful weeknight dinner with this Salsa Verde Chicken & Rice Skillet. Tender chicken pieces are browned and then simmered with long-grain rice, zesty salsa verde, crisp bell pepper, and aromatic onion in a savory chicken broth. The one‑pan method locks in moisture while the rice soaks up the bright, herb‑infused sauce, creating a cohesive, colorful meal that’s ready in under forty minutes. Perfect for busy families, this dish offers balanced protein, carbs, and veggies without a
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper, sauté until softened, about 3–5 minutes.
- Add the diced chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the rice, coating it with the oil and juices, then pour in the chicken broth and salsa verde. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Remove the lid, fluff the rice with a fork, season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add chopped jalapeño or a pinch of red pepper flakes. Leftovers reheat well with a splash of broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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