Description
Mouthwatering Chicken and Rice Taco Skillet is a delightful one-pan meal combining tender chicken, fluffy rice, and bold taco flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish brings the essence of taco night to your table with minimal fuss. With every bite, experience juicy chicken simmered in savory spices, topped off with melted cheese and fresh garnishes that make this recipe a memorable family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- ½ cup sour cream (for serving)
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for one minute until fragrant.
- Add long-grain rice and taco seasoning; stir to coat the rice evenly.
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until rice is cooked through.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top; cover until melted.
- Serve warm, garnished with sour cream and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg