Mexican Chicken With Mixed Up Rice And Beans Recipe

A family favorite! This vibrant Mexican Chicken with Mixed Up Rice and Beans recipe is bursting with flavor. Tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato sauce, served atop a colorful mix of rice, corn, black beans, and olives. Top with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, and salsa, and enjoy with warm tortillas for a truly authentic and satisfying meal. This recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 541.8 kcal
Protein 78g
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Ingredients for Mexican Chicken With Mixed Up Rice And Beans

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How to Make Mexican Chicken With Mixed Up Rice And Beans

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken pieces in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Set aside.
  2. Add celery, onion, and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Return the chicken to the skillet. Stir in the white wine, chicken bouillon, crushed tomatoes, and tomato paste.
  4. Add taco seasoning and bring to a simmer.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  6. While the chicken simmers, prepare the rice mixture: In a separate bowl, gently toss together the cooked rice, corn, black olives, and black beans.
  7. Serve the chicken and its sauce over a generous bed of the rice mixture.
  8. Top with sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and serve immediately with warm tortillas.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

7g

Carbs

23g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mexican Chicken With Mixed Up Rice And Beans?

Mexican Chicken With Mixed Up Rice And Beans takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mexican Chicken With Mixed Up Rice And Beans?

Mexican Chicken With Mixed Up Rice And Beans has approximately 541.8 calories per serving, with about 78 g protein, 23 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mexican Chicken With Mixed Up Rice And Beans?

The key ingredients for Mexican Chicken With Mixed Up Rice And Beans are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Olive Oil, Celery, Onion, Green Bell Pepper, Jalapeno Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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