Hunt’s® Monterrey Chicken and Rice Bake

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 4
Hunt's® Monterrey Chicken and Rice Bake Recipe
in Dinner

Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 boneless , skinless chicken breasts
1/4 teaspoon adobo seasoning
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Ground black pepper , to taste
2 1/4 teaspoons chili powder , divided
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
1 can whole kernel corn
2 cloves garlic , minced
1 can low-sodium chicken broth
1 avocado - peeled , pitted and sliced
1/2 fresh tomato , sliced
4 slices Pepper Jack cheese
Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish ( optional )
1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
572
Sugar
5g
Fat
28g
This dish is inspired by the famous Monterrey Chicken from Chili's. It combines juicy chicken breasts with seasoned rice and flavorful vegetables, all topped with sliced avocado and cheese to create a mouth-watering weeknight meal that the whole family will love. This recipe is simple to make and requires minimal prep work. The addition of chili powder, smoked paprika, and adobo seasoning gives it a unique and tasty spin on the traditional chicken and rice bake.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Heat the oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
3.Season the chicken with adobo seasoning, smoked paprika, black pepper, and 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder.
4.Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until browned.
5.Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
6.Add the onion, rice, corn, garlic, and remaining chili powder to the skillet and sauté for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
7.Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
8.Place the chicken back in the skillet, on top of the rice mixture.
9.Arrange the avocado and tomato slices on top of the chicken.
10.Top each chicken breast with a slice of Pepper Jack cheese.
11.Cover the skillet with foil and bake for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
12.Garnish with cilantro leaves and chives, if desired.

PROS

This dish is easy to make and full of flavor.
The chicken stays juicy and the rice is perfectly seasoned.

CONS

This recipe includes some high-calorie and high-fat ingredients.

It may not be suitable for those looking to cut down on calories or fat consumption.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals.
Avocado is a great source of healthy fats, fiber, and potassium which can help to lower blood pressure.
Skinless chicken is a low-fat source of protein which can aid in weight loss, muscle building and support a healthy immune system. Corn and tomatoes are also both high in nutrients, such as vitamins A and C, and help support good health.

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