Description
Effortless Salsa Verde Chicken Rice Skillet is the perfect solution for busy weeknights when you crave a flavorful meal without the fuss. This one-pan dish features tender chicken, zesty salsa verde, and fluffy rice, all cooked together for an explosion of taste in every bite. With minimal prep and cleanup, you can enjoy a wholesome dinner that transforms hectic evenings into delightful dining experiences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup high-quality salsa verde
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup sour cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in long-grain rice and toast for an additional minute. Pour in vegetable broth and salsa verde, bringing to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Check occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Remove from heat; stir in cilantro for added freshness.
- Serve on plates topped with sour cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg