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Green Sauce Chicken & Rice Skillet

A flavorful one-pan meal featuring juicy chicken, nutritious rice, and zesty salsa verde, perfect for any family gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked rice (brown or white) Your choice of rice
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced Into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup salsa verde Look for the Halal label
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn Frozen or canned is fine
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper To taste
  • Chopped cilantro For garnish

Method
 

Cooking the Chicken
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil.
  2. Toss in the diced chicken breast, seasoning with salt, pepper, and cumin.
  3. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
Mixing Ingredients
  1. Stir in the drained black beans and corn, allowing them to heat through for another 3 minutes.
  2. Add the cooked rice to the skillet and mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
Final Touches
  1. Pour in the salsa verde, stirring well to ensure everything is coated.
  2. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  3. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove, adding a splash of water if needed.