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Salsa Verde Chicken & Rice Skillet

Salsa Verde Chicken & Rice Skillet
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Savor the vibrant flavors of our Salsa Verde Chicken & Rice Skillet, a delightful one-pan meal that comes together in just 30 minutes. This comforting dish features tender shredded chicken simmered with zesty salsa verde, fluffy rice, and a medley of nutritious ingredients like black beans and roasted corn. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners, it’s a versatile recipe that allows you to customize based on what you have on hand. Whether you serve it as is or elevate it with fresh toppings like avocado and cilantro, this skillet meal promises to be a new favorite at your table.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 15.5oz salsa verde
  • 1 can (4oz) 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
  • 1/2 cup roasted corn
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • dash of black pepper
  • 3 tbsp cilantro
  • avocado
  • red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until soft.
  2. Combine chili powder, sea salt, cumin, garlic powder, and black pepper; add to the skillet.
  3. Stir in black beans, roasted corn, shredded chicken, diced green chiles, chicken broth, salsa verde, and rice.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil for 2-3 minutes, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 15 minutes or until rice is tender.
  5. Once cooked, turn off the heat and top with shredded cheese. Cover for 2-3 minutes until melted.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and optional toppings before serving.

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