Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of Mexico with our delectable Mexican Rice with Chicken recipe. This classic dish combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a medley of aromatic spices, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Served with a refreshing Pico de Gallo and creamy Avocado Salsa, this meal is a fiesta of textures and colors that will transport you to the heart of Mexico.
For those seeking a vegetarian alternative, our Vegetarian Mexican Rice recipe offers a delightful twist. Bursting with fresh vegetables and flavorful spices, this dish is a symphony of colors and tastes that will satisfy even the most discerning palate. Served with a tangy Salsa Roja and crunchy Coleslaw, this recipe is a healthy and delicious option that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied.
And for those who love the bold and spicy flavors of Mexican cuisine, our Spicy Mexican Rice recipe is a must-try. Featuring a combination of fiery peppers, aromatic spices, and succulent chicken, this dish is a culinary adventure that will set your taste buds ablaze. Served with a cooling Sour Cream and a refreshing Cucumber Salad, this recipe is a perfect balance of heat and flavor that will leave you craving more.
Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions, a list of ingredients, and cooking tips to ensure success in your culinary endeavors. So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Mexico!
MEXICAN RICE WITH CHICKEN
This skillet supper comes together with leftover cooked chicken and a packaged mix. After I prepared this rice, I served the extras on tortillas with cheese and sour cream the next day. Both meals were a hit. -Debra Rzodkiewicz, Erie, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook and stir rice and pasta mix in butter until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add the water, tomatoes and contents of rice seasoning packet. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10 minutes. , Add chicken and jalapeno. Cover and cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 8-10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 1217mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
MEXICAN CHICKEN AND RICE
This one pan Mexican Chicken and Rice recipe is loaded with vibrant flavors. Easy to prepare and make, it's a perfect weeknight meal for the whole family!
Provided by Yumna Jawad
Categories Main Course
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pan, over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until they soften slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Increase the heat to medium high, add the cubed chicken. Season with 1 teaspoon salt, pepper garlic powder, chili powder, and cumin. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add the rice, remaining salt, and cook with the chicken to lightly toast the rice. Pour the chicken broth, tomato sauce, and green chilies. Stir to combine.
- Bring mixture to a boil then lower the heat to a simmer and cover the pan, and cook the rice untouched until the rice is tender and all the liquid is absorbed, about 18 minutes.
- Top with fresh cilantro, if desired
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 kcal, Carbohydrate 45 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Sodium 1522 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MEXICAN RICE BOWL WITH CHICKEN
Make and share this Mexican Rice Bowl With Chicken recipe from Food.com.
Provided by gailanng
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet. Season chicken cubes with salt and pepper. Add chicken to the skillet and cook until well browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Add onion and garlic to skillet, and saute for approximately 5 minutes or until soft. Add in red and green peppers, continue to saute on medium-low heat until peppers are soft, about 7 minutes.
- Once softened, add all remaining ingredients (except rice and cheese), as well as the cooked chicken. Stir until all ingredients are mixed well and heated through; adjust salt and pepper.
- Serve over rice with shredded cheese and sour cream. Even heartier with a side of tortilla chips or warmed tortillas.
MEXICAN CHICKEN AND RICE
On days I get home late from the hospital, I'm glad this main dish comes together easily in one skillet. Sometimes, I make it ahead in the morning and refrigerate. It's so quick to just sprinkle on the cheese and reheat it for dinner.-Cindy Gage, Blair, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 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 : Calories 381 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 782mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 36g protein.
EASY MEXICAN CHICKEN AND RICE
This is a super-tasty, Mexican-style dinner that everyone loves. I've served it at informal get-togethers, passing the toppings around for a fun presentation. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown chicken in butter. Stir in the salsa, rice mix, olives and lime juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until rice is tender., Sprinkle with cheese. Serve with sour cream, avocado and tomato.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 617 calories, Fat 32g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 133mg cholesterol, Sodium 1478mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 33g protein.
MEXICAN CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE
Make and share this Mexican Chicken and Rice Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lulabelle30
Categories Rice
Time 50m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- preheat oven 350 degrees. cook rice according to package directions, sautee onions and bell pepper in oil for 10 minutes In large bowl combine black beans, 1 1/2 cup Cheese, Rotel, Chicken, Bell Pepper/Onion Mixture, and yellow rice. Spoon into 13x9 dish sprinkle the rest of cheese on top, bake covered for 30 minutes.
SLOW COOKER MEXICAN CHICKEN AND RICE
Easy, simple, and tastes great!
Provided by mommyyoder
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 3h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Pour the chicken stock into a slow cooker, and stir in the rice, onion, salsa, green chilies, and half the taco seasoning. Rub the remaining taco seasoning over the chicken breasts, and place into the cooker. Place the lid on the cooker, and set to high setting.
- Cook until the rice is thickened and most of the liquid has been absorbed, about 3 hours. About 20 minutes before serving time, turn the cooker to warm setting. Remove the chicken breasts, and slice them. Stir the chicken and the black beans into the slow cooker. Return lid to cooker, allow the beans to heat, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.9 calories, Carbohydrate 61.8 g, Cholesterol 22.8 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 2005.8 mg, Sugar 6 g
MEXICAN RICE II
This is a wonderful side dish for any Mexican dinner.
Provided by Mommyto2
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat and add rice. Cook, stirring constantly, until puffed and golden. While rice is cooking, sprinkle with salt and cumin.
- Stir in onions and cook until tender. Stir in tomato sauce and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 1095.6 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
MEXICAN CHICKEN AND RICE
Give rice a new twist with Mexican flavors everyone will love.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Season chicken drumsticks with 1/2 packet of taco seasoning mix.
- Sear chicken drumsticks on a medium high heat skillet with just a touch of oil. Once chicken is brown all around, set chicken aside.
- On a food processor or blender, blend tomato, onion, and garlic. Add this into a large skillet, over medium high heat and let it cook for a minute or two.
- Keep adding the rest of the ingredients to the pan: rice, chiles, corn, peas, and the remainder taco seasoning mix. Stir well and cook for a minute or two. Adjust salt level to taste.
- Add water and bring to a boil.
- Place chicken on top of the rice.
- Cover well, and cook on low for 20-25 minutes until rice has absorbed all of the liquid.
- Serve with a generous sprinkle of chopped cilantro and a good squeeze of lime.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 66 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 480 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
MEXICAN CHICKEN AND RICE
Make and share this Mexican Chicken and Rice recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Danny Beason
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h10m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Toss the chicken cubes with taco seasoning.
- In a heavy skillet with a tight fitting lid, heat the oil and add the chicken and cook, stirring, until it changes color.
- Stir in rice and stir to mix.
- Add salsa and water.
- Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer.
- Cover and allow to cook about 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and allow to stand about 5 minutes before serving.
- If you like, you may sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2008.6, Fat 40.8, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 526.6, Sodium 2154.6, Carbohydrate 166.6, Fiber 8.3, Sugar 8.5, Protein 228.8
Tips:
- Use day-old rice: This will help prevent the rice from becoming mushy.
- Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking: This will remove any starch that could make the rice sticky.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot: This will help distribute the heat evenly and prevent the rice from burning.
- Bring the water to a boil before adding the rice: This will help ensure that the rice cooks evenly.
- Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low: This will help the rice steam and cook through.
- Let the rice rest for 5 minutes before serving: This will allow the rice to absorb any remaining liquid.
- Fluff the rice with a fork before serving: This will help separate the grains of rice and make it light and fluffy.
Conclusion:
This Mexican rice with chicken recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the chicken is tender and juicy. The combination of spices and vegetables gives this dish a unique and authentic Mexican flavor. Whether you are serving it as a main course or a side dish, this Mexican rice with chicken recipe is sure to be a hit.
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