This dish is inspired by a meal my step-mom prepared last time we were home visiting. Chicken breasts covered in salsa! It was so good! I decided to add some rice and bake it for a one pan casserole. It turned out amazing and even my 2 year old loved it!
Super easy and budget friendly, this meal will be done in under an hour. Here's how I make it...
Start by preheating the oven to 375. Next chop an onion and a green bell pepper.
Add a little olive oil to a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add in the onion and bell pepper. Sauté 4-5 mins, or until they start to get soft.
While the onion and peppers are cooking, measure out the taco seasoning, garlic powder, and rice. Add these to the pan and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to toast the rice a bit.
Add in the chicken stock and black beans. Stir everything together. Next lay the chicken breasts over the top. (Note: Depending on the size of the breasts, you may want to slice them in half.) Sprinkle the remaining taco seasoning over the chicken.
Pour the salsa over the top. Cover and bake at 375 for 45 minutes. Sprinkle the cheese over the top and cover it back up until it melts.
I like to garnish with some fresh cilantro. You can also serve it with lime wedges to squeeze on, sour cream, and jalapenos. Top it however you like!
Hope you'll give it a try!
Picante Chicken and Rice
- 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 16 oz jar of salsa, any brand
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 2 tsp taco seasoning plus 1 tsp (try mine here, or use store bought)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Cilantro for garnish
- Olive oil
Preheat oven to 375.
Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add in the onions and bell peppers. Saute 4-5 minutes.
Add in the rice, 2 tsp taco seasoning, and garlic powder. Continue to cook a couple minutes.
Add in chicken stock and black beans. Stir to combine.
Lay the chicken breasts over the top and sprinkle with remaining 1 tsp taco seasoning. Pour the jar of salsa over the top.
Cover and bake 375 for 45 minutes, or until rice is tender. Top with cheese and let it melt.
Garnish with cilantro before serving.
Enjoy!!!
