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    Mexican Chicken and Rice Skillet Recipe

    Published: Feb 6, 2017 · Modified: Oct 22, 2022 by Anna 12 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This Mexican Chicken and Rice Skillet is cheesy, packed with taco chicken and rice and topped with fresh vegetables. A quick and easy skillet dinner the whole family will love! 

    Chicken and rice dinner in a deep pan.

    Today, I am finally sharing my go-to skillet dinner that is in our weekly rotation. It's quick and easy to make on a busy weeknight and so delicious, my whole family loves it! Taco chicken, rice, beans, corn, salsa, crushed tomatoes simmer together in a skillet, then topped with cheese, chopped onions and tomatoes. Served with chips, dollops of sour cream and salsa. This Mexican chicken and rice dinner is a family favorite.

    Ingredients:

    • vegetable oil
    • chicken breast
    • salt and pepper
    • black beans
    • taco seasoning
    • cooked rice
    • crushed tomatoes
    • salsa
    • whole kernel corn
    • Mexican cheese blend
    • toppings: red onion, tomatoes, green onions, sour cream
    Side shot of crushed tomatoes poured into skillet with chicken and black beans.

    How to make Mexican Chicken and Rice Skillet?

    • In a large, deep skillet cook chicken, season with salt and pepper and cook until done.

    • Add taco seasoning, water and simmer. Add black beans, stir well. Add rice and stir in.  Add crushed tomatoes, salsa and simmer until bubbly. Add corn and stir well.

    • Sprinkle with cheese, cover and let simmer for about 3 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Top with chopped onions and tomatoes. Serve with sour cream and tortilla chips.

    Can I make it ahead of time?

    I mentioned before that I tend to cook big batches of rice and freeze it in 2-cup portions in ziploc bags. It's perfect for this recipe! Just like for this Chicken Fried Rice or this summer version with zucchini. I love shortcuts like this, as it makes dinner time easier. You can also cook the chicken in taco seasoning (your favorite, store-bought mix or homemade) and refrigerate to use the next day for this dish. Enjoy!

    A serving of chicken and rice skillet on a plate.

    More Mexican recipes:

    • Taco Stuffed Pasta Shells
    • Salsa Rice with Zucchini and Corn
    • Skillet Salsa and Cheddar Chicken
    • Taco Seasoning
    • Vegetable Quesadillas
    • Easy Chicken Fajitas

    If you like this recipe and make it, snap a photo and share it on INSTAGRAM! Tag me @crunchycreamysweet so I can check it out and leave a comment! 😀

    A serving of chicken and rice skillet on a plate.

    Mexican Chicken and Rice Skillet

    Author: Anna
    This Mexican Chicken and Rice Skillet is cheesy, packed with taco chicken and rice and topped with fresh vegetables. A quick and easy skillet dinner the whole family will love! 
    5 from 11 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 5 people
    Calories 258 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 ½ lbs chicken breast cut into bite size pieces
    • ½ tsp salt
    • ¼ tsp black pepper
    • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
    • 1 pkg taco seasoning
    • ¼ cup water
    • 2 cups cooked rice fresh or frozen and thawed
    • 2 cups crushed tomatoes
    • ½ cup salsa
    • 1 cup frozen whole kernel corn
    • 1 ½ cups Mexican cheese blend or shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese
    • ½ red onion chopped
    • 2 Roma tomatoes chopped
    • 3 green onions chopped
    • sour cream for topping

    Instructions
     

    • In a large, deep skillet, heat up oil over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper and cook until done. 
    • Add taco seasoning, water and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Add black beans, stir well. Add rice and stir in.  Add crushed tomatoes, salsa and simmer until bubbly. Add corn and stir well.
    • Sprinkle with cheese, cover and let simmer for about 3 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Top with chopped onions and tomatoes. Serve with sour cream and tortilla chips.

    Notes

    Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate. Always use calorie counter you are familiar with.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 258kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 1161mg | Potassium: 686mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1270IU | Vitamin C: 18.6mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 3.3mg
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    1. Betsy says

      March 17, 2021 at 1:25 pm

      5 stars
      Taco Tuesday just got an upgrade! Even better, it's a one pot meal! Super delicious and so easy. After applying some super hot salsa, my husband completely devoured his and then went back for seconds! Taco Tuesdays will never be the same! 🙂

      Reply
    2. Allyson Zea says

      March 17, 2021 at 11:02 am

      5 stars
      Wow the skillet has such delicious flavors! Thank you for the easy recipe!

      Reply
    3. Stephanie says

      March 17, 2021 at 10:10 am

      5 stars
      Thank you so much for this recipe! Everyone at my house loved it. I left the onions out for the picky eaters and they loved it!

      Reply
    4. Jessica says

      February 15, 2017 at 5:56 pm

      5 stars
      Pinning this for a meal next week! Delicious!

      Reply
    5. Brandy says

      February 15, 2017 at 5:52 pm

      5 stars
      Seriously making this in the next few days! Cannot wait!

      Reply
    6. Angie says

      February 07, 2017 at 11:10 am

      5 stars
      That looks like perfection! Pinning this right now because I know we're going to want to make this over and over!

      Reply
    7. Renee says

      February 07, 2017 at 9:22 am

      5 stars
      This is one gorgeous skillet dish. I'm eating it with my eyes!

      Reply
    8. Erin says

      February 07, 2017 at 6:16 am

      5 stars
      I love the idea of freezing rice! Sure makes dinner time easier. 🙂

      Reply
    9. katerina @ diethood.com says

      February 07, 2017 at 6:14 am

      5 stars
      Such an awesome weeknight dinner recipe!! Can't wait to try it!!

      Reply
    10. Amanda says

      February 06, 2017 at 9:55 pm

      5 stars
      I'm pretty sure I could eat this every single day!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 07, 2017 at 12:09 am

        Thank you, Amanda! I completely agree!

        Reply
    11. Michelle Goth says

      February 06, 2017 at 8:30 pm

      5 stars
      That's a really good idea to precook your own rice into certain portions. Makes it a lot easier and healthier for heating up and eating later. Love this meal! That rice trick would make it a quick one!

      Reply

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