SPICY CHICKEN AND RICE

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As a working mom with two kids, I have little time to prepare something hearty during the week. This recipe is easily tossed together in the morning and fabulous to come home to at night. Both of my picky eaters love it! -Jessica Costello, Westminster, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, undrained
2 medium green peppers, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
6 cups cooked brown rice
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, green peppers, onion, garlic, paprika, salt, cumin and chipotle pepper; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until chicken is tender., Remove chicken; cool slightly. Shred with two forks and return to the slow cooker. Stir in rice and beans; heat through. Garnish with cheese and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 817mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

Diana Perez
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the rice was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Fakhar Ranjha
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I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The chicken was so tender and the rice was fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


rafa omosh
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This was a great recipe. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I added some extra vegetables to the recipe, and it turned out great.


Nirob Gaming
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the rice is cooked perfectly. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so it's easy to clean up.


ZION MAX
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the rice was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Muhammad Saliu
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The chicken was so tender and the rice was fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


Tahr Mustafa
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.