Chili Rice With Chicken Recipe

Spice up your weeknight with this vibrant Chili Rice with Chicken recipe! Easily customizable to your spice preference – from pleasantly spicy to seriously fiery – by adjusting the chili powder, jalapeno, and black pepper. This quick and delicious entrée, inspired by renowned chef Paulette Mitchell, is packed with flavor and ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a family dinner or a satisfying weeknight meal!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 237 kcal
Protein 32g
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Ingredients for Chili Rice With Chicken

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How to Make Chili Rice With Chicken

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes, or until no longer pink.
  3. Stir in the bell pepper, onion, garlic, jalapeño, chili powder, dried oregano, and cumin.
  4. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium.
  6. Stir in the rice, crushed tomatoes, fresh oregano, and black pepper.
  7. Add the drained and rinsed beans (if using).
  8. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.
  9. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  10. Serve hot. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat well.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

3g

Carbs

11g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chili Rice With Chicken?

Chili Rice With Chicken takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chili Rice With Chicken?

Chili Rice With Chicken has approximately 237 calories per serving, with about 32 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chili Rice With Chicken?

The key ingredients for Chili Rice With Chicken are Olive Oil, Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves, Green Bell Pepper, Red Bell Pepper, Onion, Garlic Cloves. See the full list with measurements above.

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