Cheesy Chicken and Yellow Rice

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 10

Cheesy Chicken and Yellow Rice recipe for a hearty meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 medium tomatoes , cored , seeded , and finely chopped
	1 pound boneless , skinless chicken breasts , cut in 3/4-inch pieces
	1 medium green bell pepper , chopped
	1/2 medium onion , chopped
	1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

469

Sugar

Fat

20g

Cheesy Chicken and Yellow Rice is a classic American dish that's been around since the 1950s. It is hearty, comforting, and easy to make. The yellow rice is made by adding saffron and turmeric to the rice, which gives it the beautiful yellow color. The combination of juicy chicken, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes makes this dish delicious and wholesome. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner when you have little time. Serve it with a crisp salad or some steamed veggies.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté chicken until browned.
3.	Add onions and green pepper and continue cooking until vegetables are slightly soft.
4.	Mix in yellow rice, canned tomatoes, and 1 cup of water. Heat to boiling.
5.	Pour mixture into a baking dish. Cover it tightly with foil.
6.	Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
7.	Remove from oven and sprinkle shredded cheese on top of Chicken and Yellow Rice. Cover with foil and allow cheese to melt for a couple of minutes before serving.

PROS

This is a one-pan dish that is easy to make with pantry staples.

It has a wonderful tex-mex flavor and is perfect for a family dinner.

CONS

The dish is high in calories and fat as it uses Cheddar cheese and rice.

Also, the veggies can turn mushy if overcooked, so make sure to not sauté them for too long.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein which helps in building healthy muscles and tissues.
It is also rich in Niacin which helps in lowering cholesterol levels.
Tomatoes contain lycopene, an antioxidant that protects the body against chronic diseases.