Chicken & Rice Santa Fe

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 0
Satisfy your taste buds with this flavorful Chicken & Rice Santa Fe recipe
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups Minute Rice , uncooked
1 can black beans , drained & rinsed
1 medium yellow pepper , chopped
1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
10 fluid ounces soup can water
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or 1/4 cup flat leaf parsley
4 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/2 cup salsa
2 cups shredded tex-mex cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
680
Sugar
3g
Fat
27g
Chicken & Rice Santa Fe is a Tex-Mex inspired dish that combines the classic flavors of chicken, rice, and salsa to create a delicious and hearty meal. This one-pan recipe is perfect for a busy night when you want something healthy and filling, but don't want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. The dish is satisfying, flavorful, and can easily be customized to your liking. You can add some chili powder or jalapeños to give it a spicy kick, or cut back on the salsa if you prefer a milder dish. This recipe is a great option to keep in your rotation for those nights when you want a quick, hassle-free meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.In a large bowl, mix together uncooked rice, black beans, yellow pepper, condensed soup, water, and cilantro or parsley until well combined.
3.Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and pour in the rice mixture.
4.Arrange the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture.
5.Spread salsa over chicken breasts.
6.Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
7.Remove from oven and sprinkle shredded cheese over chicken and rice.
8.Place back in the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This recipe can easily be customized to make it spicy or mild.

The one-pan meal requires minimal prep work which makes it a great option for busy weeknights.

It’s a healthy and satisfying meal that will leave you feeling satisfied.

CONS

This recipe calls for canned cream of chicken soup which may be high in sodium and preservatives.

The dish may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance as it contains dairy products.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a good source of protein, essential vitamins, and minerals.
Black beans are a good source of fiber which can help promote digestive health.
Yellow peppers are packed with vitamin C which supports immune function.

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