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Cheesy Chicken Over Rice

Cheesy Chicken Over Rice

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet/One-Pot
  • Cuisine: Latin-American Fusion
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

One-pan cheesy chicken over rice with tender chicken thighs, spiced rice, and melted mozzarella and cheddar cheese. A flavorful, comforting meal perfect for any weeknight.

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 2 lbs chicken thighs, cubed
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp sazon
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 1 tbsp oil (for rice)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 jalapeño, minced
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder (for rice)
  • 1 tsp paprika (for rice)
  • 1 tsp chili powder (for rice)
  • 1 tsp oregano (for rice)
  • 1 tsp sazon (for rice)
  • 1-2 tsp chicken bouillon
  • 3 tomatoes, blended (or 8 oz tomato sauce)
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • Mozzarella and cheddar cheese, for melting on top

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Toss cubed chicken with oil, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, oregano, sazon, salt, lime juice, and honey.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Sauté chicken in skillet until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. Assemble the Dish: In the same skillet, sauté onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño until softened. Stir in tomato paste, spices, sazon, and bouillon. Add blended tomatoes and water.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Stir in jasmine rice, cover, and cook until rice is tender.
  6. Finishing Touches: Fold cooked chicken into the rice mixture. Sprinkle cheese on top and cover until melted.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm with lime wedges or fresh herbs as garnish.

Notes

  • Adjust sazon and bouillon carefully to avoid oversalting.
  • Use fresh lime juice to balance flavors.
  • Rice liquid may vary depending on type; adjust water as needed.
  • Cheese can be mixed or matched according to preference.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Find it online: https://cooktune.com/cheesy-chicken-over-rice/