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Santa Fe Chicken And Rice Quick Recipe

Whip up this delicious Santa Fe Chicken and Rice in just 30 minutes! A quick, flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe features tender chicken, zesty Rotel tomatoes, sweet corn, hearty black beans, and melty Monterey Jack cheese all served over fluffy rice. Rate and review to share your thoughts!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 557.6 kcal
Protein 57g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Santa Fe Chicken And Rice Quick

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How to Make Santa Fe Chicken And Rice Quick

  1. Cook 1 cup of rice according to package directions.
  2. While rice cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes per side).
  4. Cut the cooked chicken into 1-inch cubes.
  5. Add 1 (10 ounce) can of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies (undrained), 1 (15 ounce) can of Santa Fe style corn (drained), 1 (15 ounce) can of black beans (rinsed and drained), and 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese to the skillet with the chicken.
  6. Stir until the cheese is melted and everything is heated through.
  7. Serve the chicken mixture over the cooked rice. Garnish with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, avocado, or cilantro (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

24g

Carbs

26g

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