One Pot Queso Chicken and Rice
Looking for a cozy meal that the whole family will enjoy? This One Pot Queso Chicken and Rice is your answer! Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and creamy nacho cheese sauce, all cooked in one pot for minimal cleanup. Bursting with flavor and customizable to suit your taste, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a staple in your home. Top it off with fresh ingredients like avocado or jalapeños for an extra kick. Get ready to dig into a comforting bowl of deliciousness!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1½ cups long-grain white rice
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2¼ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup nacho cheese sauce
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until mostly cooked.
- Stir in uncooked rice and Rotel (juices included). Cook for 1–2 minutes to toast the rice.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20–25 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in nacho cheese sauce and 1 cup of shredded cheese until melted.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and let sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 85mg