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Green Sauce Chicken and Rice Skillet served in a pan

Green Sauce Chicken & Rice Skillet

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A quick and delicious one-skillet meal featuring tender chicken, hearty rice, and zesty salsa verde, ready in under 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup salsa verde
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add diced chicken and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
  3. Stir in salsa verde and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
  4. Add cooked rice to the skillet and mix well until heated through.
  5. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve.

Notes

For a healthier option, use brown rice or add extra vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini. Make it quicker with pre-cooked rotisserie chicken.

  • Author: Jordan Miles
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg