Quick Spanish Chicken And Rice Recipe

This vibrant Spanish Chicken and Rice is a delicious and easy weeknight meal ready in under 70 minutes! Perfect for busy cooks, this recipe combines tender chicken breasts with flavorful rice, olives, onions, and cilantro, all baked to perfection. Top it with cheese and serve with your favorite guacamole and sour cream for a complete and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 722.8 kcal
Protein 87g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick Spanish Chicken And Rice

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How to Make Quick Spanish Chicken And Rice

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place 2 thawed chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total) in a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish.
  3. Add 2 cups long-grain rice around the chicken.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together 2 packets of taco seasoning and 2 1/4 cups of water. Pour evenly over the chicken and rice.
  5. Add 1/2 cup sliced olives, 1/2 cup chopped onion, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro to the skillet.
  6. Cover the skillet tightly with foil or a lid.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
  8. Remove from oven and uncover.
  9. Top with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese).
  10. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
  11. Serve immediately with guacamole and sour cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

47g

Carbs

26g

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