Best 8 Mexican Velveeta Chicken And Rice Recipes

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Mexican Velveeta chicken and rice is a delectable dish that combines the delightful flavors of Mexican cuisine with the creamy goodness of Velveeta cheese. The combination of succulent chicken, fluffy rice, and a rich, flavorful sauce creates a harmonious and satisfying meal. This versatile dish is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or casual gatherings with friends and family. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy kick, this recipe offers a customizable experience that caters to your taste preferences. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

VELVEETA® TEX-MEX CHICKEN & RICE



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This VELVEETA Tex-Mex Chicken & Rice serves four in just 25 minutes. Good thing it's such a cinch to make-you'll likely be asked for it again!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Beans

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 Tbsp. oil
4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb.)
1 can (15.5 oz.) pinto beans, rinsed
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1/4 tsp. black pepper
2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
1/4 lb. (4 oz.) VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cover. Cook 6 to 7 min. on each side or until done (165ºF). Remove chicken from skillet; cover to keep warm.
  • Add beans, broth, salsa and pepper to skillet; stir. Bring to boil.
  • Stir in rice and VELVEETA; top with chicken. Cover; cook on medium-low heat 5 min. or until rice is tender. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 1150 mg, Carbohydrate 64 g, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 41 g

VELVEETA MEXICAN CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Provided by heatherondo

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups cooked diced chicken
1/2 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced bell pepper
1/2 teaspoon oil
1 pound Velveeta cheese
1 can (10 ounce size) Mexican-style stewed tomatoes or Rotel brand mixed tomatoes and chilies
1 can (10.75 ounce size) cream of mushroom soup
1 can (10 ounce size) cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1 large bag nacho-flavored tortilla chips, crushed
salt
black pepper
garlic powder
paprika
1 cup Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Saute onion and bell pepper in oil. Mix onion, bell pepper, Velveeta, soups, sour cream. Heat on stovetop or in microwave. Stir to blend and season to taste with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Layer in a large baking dish Alternating the crushed chips and the chicken, with the sauce mixture. Sprinkle the cheddar and paprika on top. Cover in foil, bake at 350 degrees F for 45-60 minutes. Be sure to check it to make sure its not burning since it is cheesy and ovens vary.

Nutrition Facts :

CHEESY VELVEETA CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 Minute Rice Boil 'n Bags, cooked
lg. 3 or 4 boneless chicken breasts, cooked and cut up into one-inch pieces
1 can cream of chicken soup
1/4 large stick Velveeta, cut up in cubes
1 package Velveeta Shredded Cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine everything except shredded Velveeta.
  • Spread in Large GLASS baking pan sprayed with cooking spray. Top with Shredded Velveeta and cover with foil.
  • Bake for 30 minutes and then remove foil and bake 5 to 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

MEXICAN VELVEETA CHICKEN AND RICE



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This recipe is from a former friend who made this religiously. Makes a lot!!!!! I don't know where she got it, but it is very good. Very cheesy, too! If you like Velveeta, this is the recipe to use.

Provided by whatsachef

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 lb Velveeta Mexican cheese, cubed
4 skinless chicken breasts, cubed
2 cups fat free sour cream
4 cups instant rice
3 1/2 cups water
3 chicken bouillon cubes
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Coat bottom of skillet with oil.
  • Add chicken. Cook approximately 10-15 minutes on med-hi heat or until chicken is white clear through. Set aside.
  • Boil the water with bouillon until cubes are dissolved, then add rice. Remove from heat and cover 5 mins or until rice is set. (If there is any excess water, this is okay. Leave in for mixing).
  • Transfer chicken and rice to a large stock pot. Add velveeta cubes and sour cream. Mix well. Over medium heat, stir frequently to prevent sticking on the bottom until cheese is no longer lumpy. Serve hot. Refridgerate leftovers. REHEAT WELL.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.9, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 64.5, Sodium 552.1, Carbohydrate 34.5, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 4.8, Protein 25.9

DORITO CHICKEN WITH MEXICAN RICE



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Make and share this Dorito Chicken With Mexican Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mdosborne26

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can rotel, undrained
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can low-fat cream of chicken soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can low-fat cream of mushroom soup
1/4 loaf Velveeta cheese, diced
2 teaspoons cumin powder
crushed Doritos
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cups Minute Rice
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup tomato sauce

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high. Add onion and cook until tender.
  • Add rice and stir to coat in oil and cook about one minute.
  • Add broth and tomato sauce, bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low for 5-10 minutes.
  • While rice is cooking, combine soups, Rotel, Velveeta and cumin in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on High for 2 minutes.
  • Add chicken and continue heating in the microwave until Velveeta is melted and mixture is hot.
  • Serve chicken over rice, topped with crushed Doritoes. Yum!

MEXICAN CHICKEN AND RICE



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On days I get home late from the hospital, I'm glad this main dish comes together easily in one skillet. Sometimes, I make it ahead in the morning and refrigerate. It's so quick to just sprinkle on the cheese and reheat it for dinner.-Cindy Gage, Blair, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup salsa
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili powder, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
1/2 to 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the chicken green pepper and onion in oil until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are crisp-tender. Add the corn, broth, salsa, salt, chili powder if desired and pepper; bring to a boil., Stir in the rice; cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand for 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 782mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

SLOW COOKER MEXICAN CHICKEN AND RICE



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Easy, simple, and tastes great!

Provided by mommyyoder

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 3h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups chicken broth
1 ½ cups converted long-grain white rice
½ large white onion, sliced
1 (24 ounce) jar salsa
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 (1 ounce) packet dry taco seasoning mix, divided
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained

Steps:

  • Pour the chicken stock into a slow cooker, and stir in the rice, onion, salsa, green chilies, and half the taco seasoning. Rub the remaining taco seasoning over the chicken breasts, and place into the cooker. Place the lid on the cooker, and set to high setting.
  • Cook until the rice is thickened and most of the liquid has been absorbed, about 3 hours. About 20 minutes before serving time, turn the cooker to warm setting. Remove the chicken breasts, and slice them. Stir the chicken and the black beans into the slow cooker. Return lid to cooker, allow the beans to heat, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.9 calories, Carbohydrate 61.8 g, Cholesterol 22.8 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 2005.8 mg, Sugar 6 g

EASY MEXICAN CHICKEN AND RICE



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This is a super-tasty, Mexican-style dinner that everyone loves. I've served it at informal get-togethers, passing the toppings around for a fun presentation. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 tablespoons butter
1-3/4 cups salsa
1 envelope (5.4 ounces) Mexican-style rice and pasta mix
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1 medium tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown chicken in butter. Stir in the salsa, rice mix, olives and lime juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until rice is tender., Sprinkle with cheese. Serve with sour cream, avocado and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 617 calories, Fat 32g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 133mg cholesterol, Sodium 1478mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or chicken that has been cooked and shredded ahead of time.
  • If you don't have a rotisserie chicken, you can cook your own chicken breasts in a skillet or in the oven.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to this dish, such as bell peppers, onions, or corn.
  • If you like a spicier dish, you can add more chili powder or cayenne pepper to the recipe.
  • Serve this dish with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

This Mexican Velveeta Chicken and Rice is a quick and easy one-pot meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The creamy Velveeta sauce and the flavorful Mexican spices make this dish a hit with everyone who tries it.

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