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Salsa Verde Chicken & Rice Skillet: Easy Weeknight Delight

Salsa Verde Chicken & Rice Skillet

A quick and delicious one-skillet meal that combines tender chicken with rice and zesty salsa verde, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup salsa verde
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 cup corn, frozen
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
  3. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin.
  4. Add chicken broth and salsa verde, bringing to a simmer.
  5. Mix in cooked rice, corn, and black beans.
  6. Top with shredded cheese and cover until melted.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in salsa verde for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • This dish can easily be customized with your favorite vegetables.

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Keywords: Salsa Verde, Chicken, Rice, Skillet, Easy Recipe