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35-Minute One Pot Salsa Verde Chicken and Rice Bliss

One Pot Salsa Verde Chicken and Rice
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A simple, flavorful dish combining tender chicken and rice with tangy salsa verde. Cooked in one pot for easy cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 cup salsa verde
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken, onion, and garlic. Cook until chicken is browned.
  3. Stir in rice, salsa verde, chicken broth, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  5. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
  6. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
  7. Fluff rice with a fork and stir in cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Use a mild or spicy salsa verde depending on your preference.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Top with avocado or sour cream if desired.

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