SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN SKILLET

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This recipe is adapted from one that I found on Pinterest. I made some additions and changes to it. I used RoTel Original brand tomatoes with green chiles. It was pretty spicy. Next time I make this, I will use the mild tomatoes. We did not top ours with sour cream, but I imagine it would be good that way. I also think this...

Provided by Judy Garcia

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 c uncooked white rice
1 can(s) (10 oz.) diced tomatoes with green chiles
1 can(s) (8 oz.) tomato sauce
1 c water
1 can(s) black beans, rinsed
1/2 can(s) frozen corn kernels
handful mexican blend cheese
sour cream, if desired

Steps:

  • 1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Season as desired with salt, pepper, garlic, red pepper flakes, or whatever spices you prefer.
  • 2. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat; add olive oil and swirl to coat bottom of skillet.
  • 3. When pan is hot, add the seasoned chicken and cook until no longer pink, stirring often.
  • 4. Stir in the uncooked rice, can of tomatoes with green chiles, tomato sauce and water. Bring to a boil then cover.
  • 5. Reduce heat and allow to cook about 15 minutes or until rice is almost tender, stirring occasionally so rice does not stick to bottom of skillet.
  • 6. Add beans and corn kernels. Continue cooking another 5-10 minutes or until rice is tender and vegetables are heated through.
  • 7. Once rice is cooked, remove from heat, top with a handful of cheese and cover. Allow to sit about 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with a dollop of sour cream and serve.

Pierre Yves
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Not bad! I'm not usually a fan of chicken skillet dishes, but this one was pretty good. The chicken was cooked well and the sauce was flavorful. The vegetables were also cooked nicely. Overall, I would say this is a good recipe for a quick and easy w


Adrian Quezada
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I made this Southwestern chicken skillet for dinner last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the dish had a nice balance of flavo


Dulmira Dulmira
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This Southwestern chicken skillet is a flavorful and satisfying meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight. The chicken is cooked to perfection and the vegetables are tender and crisp. The sauce is flavorful and tangy, with the perfect amount of heat.


Saraj Raja
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken skillet dishes, but this one was really good! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The vegetables were also cooked perfectly and the dish had a nice balance of flavors. I would defin


Morris DuBose
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This Southwestern chicken skillet is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken is cooked to perfection and the vegetables are tender and crisp. The sauce is flavorful and tangy, with the perfect amount of heat. I especially love


Sagar Thapa magar
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken skillet dishes, but this one was really good! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The vegetables were also cooked perfectly and the dish had a nice balance of flavors. I would defin


Md nayum islam
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I made this Southwestern chicken skillet for dinner last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the dish had a nice balance of flavo


Md Sujon
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This Southwestern chicken skillet is a flavorful and satisfying meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight. The chicken is cooked to perfection and the vegetables are tender and crisp. The sauce is flavorful and tangy, with the perfect amount of heat.


Thea Deysel
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The chicken was incredibly tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. I especially loved the addition of the avocado and cilantro, which added a nice fres


Dominic Richardson
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still very good. I think next time I'll use less chili powder. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were nice and crisp. Overall, I enjoyed this recipe and would recommend it to ot


The Ajebaje LTD
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is incredibly flavorful. I love that I can easily customize the dish by adding different vegetables or spices. It's a great


Muwonge Derrick
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are amazing. The chicken is so flavorful and moist, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I love the combination of spices in the sauce, it really gives the dish a unique and delicious fla


Laila Laassili
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. We especially liked the addition of the corn and black beans, which added a nice sweetness and texture to the dish. I w


Mohammad ali HSC
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This recipe is amazing! The chicken is so flavorful and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I love the combination of spices in the sauce, it really gives the dish a unique and delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a


Abdul Hakeem
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The chicken was incredibly tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. I especially loved the addition of the avocado and cilantro, which added a nice fres


Bundala Mahona
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still very good. I think next time I'll use less chili powder. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were nice and crisp. Overall, I enjoyed this recipe and would recommend it to ot


Emmanuel Oduh
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is incredibly flavorful. I love that I can easily customize the dish by adding different vegetables or spices. It's a great


Kifaya Omid
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are amazing. The chicken is so flavorful and moist, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I love the combination of spices in the sauce, it really gives the dish a unique and delicious fla


Mbali Ndlovu
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. We especially liked the addition of the corn and black beans, which added a nice sweetness and texture to the


Bill Donovan
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This Southwestern chicken skillet was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly rich and complex, with the perfect balance of smokiness, heat, and tang. The chicken was cooked to perfection, tender and juicy, and the vegetables were crisp and


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