One Pan, Queso Chicken and Rice

• total time: 16 minutes

Ingredients

Recipe:

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 diced onion

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

sprinkle of each- smoked paprika, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder

1 packet taco seasoning

1 cup uncooked white rice

2 cups chicken broth

1 cup water

1/2 cup salsa

1/2 cup jarred queso (or more to taste)

Optional: cilantro, green onions, jalapeños for topping

Directions

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add onion. Next, add chicken and sprinkle with seasonings. Cook until slightly browned and almost cooked through. Add rice, broth, water, salsa, and taco seasoning. Stir, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 15–18 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir in queso until melted and creamy.

Top with your favorite garnishes and enjoy!