Best 8 Santa Fe Chicken And Rice Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with our tantalizing Santa Fe Chicken and Rice dish. This culinary masterpiece combines tender chicken, aromatic spices, and fluffy rice, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Our recipe features a delightful blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and garlic, infusing the chicken with a smoky and savory taste. The chicken is then seared to perfection, locking in its succulent juices and creating a crispy, flavorful exterior. Served atop a bed of fluffy rice, this dish is a harmonious marriage of textures and flavors. Accompaniments like roasted bell peppers, black beans, and a refreshing avocado-cilantro crema add vibrant colors and a burst of freshness to each bite. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to the heart of the Southwest with our Santa Fe Chicken and Rice recipe.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SANTA FE CHICKEN



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Chicken and rice are dressed up with a zippy sauce for a complete meal that's ready in a dash. Garnished with fresh cilantro, it's a festive weeknight supper or special occasion menu. -Jon Carole Gilbreath of Tyler, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large onion, chopped
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Minced fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion and jalapeno in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in broth and tomatoes; bring to a boil. Stir in rice. , Sprinkle chicken with salt, pepper and cumin; place over rice mixture. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. , Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 966mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY SANTA FE CHICKEN



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"My day is busy from start to finish," remarks Debra Cook of Pampa, Texas. "So this quick and meaty main dish is one of my menu mainstays. With its lovely golden color, it's pretty enough to serve to company or as a special Sunday dinner idea."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/4 cups chicken broth
1 cup salsa
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Chopped fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Add broth and salsa; bring to a boil. Stir in rice and garlic powder. Place chicken over rice; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , Turn chicken; cook 10-15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 165°. Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 10g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 744mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

SANTA FE CHICKEN AND RICE



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Santa Fe Chicken and Rice

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 bag Success® White Rice or Success® Brown Rice
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb pre-seasoned chicken breast, cut into bite sized pieces
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (11 oz) whole kernel corn with red and green bell peppers, drained
1 cup mild salsa
1/2 cup shredded jalapeño Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • This delicious, one-pan Santa Fe chicken with Success® White Rice or Brown Rice, is delicious enough to spoon up on its own, eat with chips or wrapped in a warm tortilla. Step 1
  • Prepare rice according to package directions. Step 2
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook, stirring frequently, 5-6 minutes, until chicken is no longer pink. Add rice, black beans, corn and salsa. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until heated through and thoroughly combined. Step 3
  • Serve topped with cheese.

SANTA FE CHICKEN & RICE



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You don't have to live in Santa Fe to treat your family to this Southwest-style chicken and rice dish. You will, however, need some black beans and salsa!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 pkg. (6 oz. each) OSCAR MAYER CARVING BOARD Southwestern Seasoned Chicken Breast Strips (about 2-1/2 cups)
1 can (15.5 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1 can (15 oz.) corn, drained
1/2 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
2 cups hot cooked long-grain white rice
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1 green onion, sliced

Steps:

  • Cook chicken, beans, corn and salsa in saucepan on medium heat 5 min. or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
  • Spoon over rice.
  • Top with cheese and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 1200 mg, Carbohydrate 58 g, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 33 g

SANTA FE CHICKEN RECIPE



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Take chicken casserole on a trip to the land of enchantment with our Santa Fe Chicken Recipe. This Santa Fe Chicken Recipe is easy, cheesy and spicy!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Grains

Time 55m

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1 yellow pepper, chopped
1 can (10-1/2 oz.) condensed cream of chicken soup
2 cups water
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb.)
1/2 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Combine rice, beans and peppers in 13x9-inch baking dish. Mix soup, water and cilantro; pour over rice mixture.
  • Top with chicken and salsa.
  • Bake 45 min. or until chicken is done (165°F), topping with cheese for the last 10 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 860 mg, Carbohydrate 65 g, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 33 g

SLOW COOKER SANTA FE CHICKEN



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Easy slow-cooker meal.

Provided by bdunk1998

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 3h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (14 ounce) can whole kernel corn
½ cup salsa
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ cup salsa
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into cubes
8 tortillas

Steps:

  • Combine the black beans, corn, and 1/2 cup salsa in a slow cooker. Lay chicken breast atop the black bean mixture; top with another 1/2 cup salsa.
  • Cook on High for 3 hours.
  • Add cream cheese to chicken mixture; cook another 30 minutes.
  • Spoon chicken mixture into middle of tortillas; roll tortillas around filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.7 calories, Carbohydrate 48.2 g, Cholesterol 60.1 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 887.4 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

SANTA FE CHICKEN AND RICE (QUICK)



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Make and share this Santa Fe Chicken and Rice (Quick) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lik2fish

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups uncooked rice
3/4 lb chicken tenders
3 tablespoons oil
1 (10 ounce) can rotel diced tomatoes with mild green chilies
1 (11 ounce) can del monte santa fe corn or 1 (11 ounce) can Mexican-style corn
1 (15 ounce) can black beans
1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese, cheese

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to directions on the bag.
  • While rice is cooking, cook chicken in oil over medium heat.
  • Cut chicken into 1 inch cubes.
  • Mix together chicken, Rotel, Santa Fe corn, black beans, and Monterey Jack cheese until cheese is melted.

SANTA FE CHICKEN AND RICE



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A quick, inexpensive tasty meal - perfect for after a work day. It's even faster if you have leftover cooked chicken and rice to use. Another recipe from my mother-in-law.

Provided by HeatherDiane

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups cooked rice
3/4 lb chicken breast, sliced
8 ounces salsa
1 (11 ounce) can Mexican-style corn, drained
1 (11 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese

Steps:

  • Spray skillet with cooking spray and heat.
  • Add chicken, cook on medium heat until no longer pink.
  • Stir in salsa, corn, beans, and rice.
  • Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Heat until cheese is melted.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling later on.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your dish will taste. Whenever possible, use fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices.
  • Season to Taste: Don't be afraid to adjust the seasonings in the recipe to your own taste. Start with a little bit of each seasoning and add more as needed.
  • Don't Overcook the Chicken: Chicken is a delicate meat that can easily be overcooked. Cook it until it is just cooked through, or it will become dry and tough.
  • Let the Dish Rest: After you have cooked the dish, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and the dish to settle.

Conclusion:

Santa Fe chicken and rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of flavorful chicken, tender rice, and a creamy sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish even better. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give Santa Fe chicken and rice a try. You won't be disappointed!

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