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Salsa Verde Chicken & Rice Skillet

Salsa Verde Chicken & Rice Skillet
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Salsa Verde Chicken & Rice Skillet is a delightful one-pan meal that brings together tender shredded chicken, vibrant salsa verde, and wholesome rice for a comforting dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 15.5 oz salsa verde
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
  • 1 cup white long grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup roasted corn
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • dash of black pepper
  • 3 tbsp cilantro

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant and onions are translucent.
  3. Combine spices in a bowl; add to the skillet and mix well.
  4. Stir in shredded chicken, black beans, roasted corn, green chiles, salsa verde, rice, and chicken broth until blended.
  5. Bring to a boil for 2-3 minutes then reduce heat to simmer for about 15 minutes with lid on.
  6. Once rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, turn off heat. Sprinkle cheese on top; cover until melted.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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