Wednesday, March 13, 2013

"You Choose" Santa Fe Chicken and Rice

This is an awesome recipe that takes very little time and chances are you already have all of the ingredients!  NS and I have this for dinner at least once a month.  This recipe serves two, but you could easily double it.

Ingredients:
  • 1/2 c chopped onion
  • 2 teaspoons butter
  • 1/3 c chicken broth
  • 1/2 salsa - this is where the "You Choose" any kind of salsa!  I've tried everything from black bean to mango salsa, even peach salsa tastes great!
  • 1/2 c uncooked rice
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1/3 c shredded cheddar cheese

Let's get started.

In a skillet, saute onion in butter until tender.  Add the chicken broth and your choice of salsa.  Bring to a boil.  Stir the rice and garlic powder into mixture.  Place the chicken over the rice.  Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.




Flip chicken over; cook 10 to 15 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.  Make sure the rice is tender.  Sprinkle with cheese - adding more or less to your liking.  Remove from heat and cover until the cheese has melted.


Extras:
  • Add half a can of black beans for some extra protein!
  • Sprinkle some fresh cilantro on top!
  • Skip the chopped onion if you're really in a rush!

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