Mexicali Chicken Rice Skillet Recipes

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MEXICAN CHICKEN AND RICE

On days I get home late from the hospital, I'm glad this main dish comes together easily in one skillet. Sometimes, I make it ahead in the morning and refrigerate. It's so quick to just sprinkle on the cheese and reheat it for dinner.-Cindy Gage, Blair, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12



Mexican Chicken and Rice image

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the chicken green pepper and onion in oil until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are crisp-tender. Add the corn, broth, salsa, salt, chili powder if desired and pepper; bring to a boil., Stir in the rice; cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand for 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 782mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup salsa
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon chili powder, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
1/2 to 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

MEXICALI CHICKEN SKILLET

This is a recipe that I found on ChefMD. A quick & easy stove top chicken recipe. I served this with oven roasted potatoes and asparagus.

Provided by LARavenscroft

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8



Mexicali Chicken Skillet image

Steps:

  • Combine cumin, oregano, salt and cayenne pepper.
  • Rub mixture over meaty sides of chicken.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  • Coat with cooking spray.
  • Add chicken to skillet, seasoned side down.
  • Cook 5 minutes or until beginning to brown.
  • Add salsa to skillet.
  • Turn chicken over and cover skillet.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Transfer to serving plates and garnish with green onions and serve with lime wedges if desired.

1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 lbs chicken thighs, skinless, bone-in (about 8 thighs)
1 1/2 cups salsa (use your favorite salsa)
2 green onions, thinly sliced
lime wedge (optional)

MEXICALI CHICKEN

This recipe has been a family favorite for many years. It's great served with Spanish rice and refried beans. Cilantro may be added to the salsa, if desired. -Avanell Hewitt, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12



Mexicali Chicken image

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the tomato, onion, jalapenos, lime juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Chill until serving., Sprinkle chicken with taco seasoning; set aside. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain., If grilling the chicken, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°., Top with bacon and cheese; cook 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted. Serve with salsa; squeeze lime wedges over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 532mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

1 medium tomato, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1 to 2 teaspoons reduced-sodium taco seasoning
4 bacon strips, halved
4 slices reduced-fat provolone cheese
1 medium lime, cut into four wedges

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