February 24, 2025

One-Pan Salsa Chicken

Name: One-Pan Salsa Chicken & Rice
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Modern
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked brown rice; 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed; 1 cup A BIT ON THE SIDE SALSA (mild or hot, depending on preference); 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup corn (frozen or canned); 1 red bell pepper, diced; ½ teaspoon cumin; ½ teaspoon smoked paprika; Salt & pepper to taste; 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend); Fresh coriander & lime wedges for garnish (optional)

One-Pan Salsa Chicken & Rice

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Servings

Prep Time

30 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

A flavourful, all-in-one dish packed with protein and veggies.

Author:

Hilary McGrath

Ingredients

2 cups cooked brown rice
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 cup A BIT ON THE SIDE SALSA (mild or hot, depending on preference)
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
1 red bell pepper, diced
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt & pepper to taste
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
Fresh coriander & lime wedges for garnish (optional)

Directions

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).In a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish, mix the cooked rice, salsa, black beans, corn, and diced bell pepper.Season the chicken pieces with cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, then mix into the rice mixture.Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked.Remove foil, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, and bake uncovered for another 5 minutes until cheese melts.Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with lime wedges.

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