SALSA RICE DINNER

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This one has been in my recipe files for quite a long time. We have made it with leftover pork chops, leftover pork tenderloin and also chicken. We really prefer the chicken over the pork. It's super easy, really tasty and it makes a lot. We usually serve it with a little side salad and a few tortilla chips and a bit of...

Provided by Maggie M

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

2 c cooked shredded skinless chicken breast
1 c shredded monterey jack cheese
1 c shredded cheddar cheese
1 can(s) cream of celery soup - healthy request
1 soup can of water
1 c salsa - store bought or home made - heat of your choice
1/2 c finely chopped onion
1 can(s) (4 oz) diced green chilies - heat of your choice
1-1/2 c cooked white rice
sour cream for garnish
sliced black olives for garnish
snipped chives for garnish

Steps:

1. If you have leftover chicken feel free to shred and use it. If not .. drop a chicken breast into a pot of boiling water .. turn off the heat and let is steep for 35 minutes. Remove the breast from the water and shred with forks or your fingers.
2. Preheat oven to 375. Lightly spray an 8x8 baking dish and set aside.
3. Combine the 2 cheeses in a small bowl and set aside.
4. Combine the soup, water and the salsa and mix well. Add the onions and diced green chilies and stir to combine then set aside.
5. Place the cooked rice into the bottom of the baking dish. Top with the shredded chicken. Sprinkle about half of the cheese over the chicken then pour the soup and salsa mixture over top of all.
6. Top with the remaining cheese the cover with foil. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for another 10 - 15 minutes or until bubbly and the cheese is completely melted.
7. Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes before serving. Serve hot garnished with a dollop of sour cream, a few black olive slices and a sprinkling of chives.

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Zohaib Akhtar

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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my salsa rice dinner turned out really bland. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.

Adetunji Jephthah

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This salsa rice dinner was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I'll use a milder salsa next time.

O'shane Rose

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I thought this salsa rice dinner was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.

syed kashif

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This salsa rice dinner was easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making it again.

Emily Duarte

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I'm not a big fan of rice, but this salsa rice dinner was actually really good. The salsa added a lot of flavor.

Janet Ama Okyere

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This salsa rice dinner is a great way to use up leftover salsa and rice. It's also a very budget-friendly meal.

Samlee Yo

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I love the combination of flavors in this salsa rice dinner. The salsa adds a nice kick of heat, and the rice is cooked to perfection.

romina wright

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This salsa rice dinner is the perfect meal for a busy weeknight. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.

Rokai Belvont

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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to make rice. This salsa rice dinner is definitely one of my new favorites.

Alba Farez

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This recipe was a lifesaver! I had a bunch of leftover salsa and rice, and I didn't know what to do with it. This salsa rice dinner was the perfect solution.