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Salsa Verde Chicken & Rice Skillet

Salsa Verde Chicken & Rice Skillet

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This Salsa Verde Chicken & Rice Skillet is the ultimate easy weeknight dinner hearty, cheesy, and bursting with flavor. Made in one pan with shredded chicken, salsa verde, black beans, and melty Monterey Jack cheese, it’s a quick meal everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings

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
  • 15.5 oz jar salsa verde
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
  • 1 cup white long grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup roasted corn
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Dash black pepper
  • 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Optional toppings: sliced avocado, red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic; cook until fragrant.
  2. Mix chili powder, salt, cumin, garlic powder, and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir into onion and garlic.
  3. Add black beans, roasted corn, shredded chicken, diced green chiles, chicken broth, salsa verde, and rice. Stir well to combine.
  4. Bring mixture to a boil for 2-3 minutes, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15 minutes.
  5. Check rice for doneness; cook a few minutes longer if needed until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  6. Remove from heat. Sprinkle shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the top, cover, and let melt for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and optional toppings like avocado slices and red pepper flakes. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Shortcut: Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave with a splash of broth.
  • Freezer-friendly: Freeze portions in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in fridge before reheating.
  • Variations: Swap Monterey Jack for pepper jack for more heat, or add bell peppers and zucchini for extra veggies.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet / One-Pan
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired