– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup salsa verde
– 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon cumin
– ½ teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
– 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
– Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
– Lime wedges for serving (optional)
Creating Salsa Verde Chicken & Rice Skillet can be accomplished in just a few straightforward steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
3. Remove Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it rest on a plate.
4. Cook Rice: In the same skillet, add the uncooked rice and toast it for 1-2 minutes. This will enhance the rice’s flavor.
5. Add Liquids: Pour in the chicken broth and salsa verde. Stir to combine.
6. Blend in Veggies: Add the corn and black beans to the mixture.
7. Simmer: Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it in the rice mixture. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
8. Shred Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken again and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and stir everything together.
9. Final Seasoning: Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.
10. Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
By following these clear steps, you’ll create a flavorful dish that tastes like it took much longer to prepare than it actually did!