Description
If you’re craving a comforting, creamy dish that brings the whole family together, look no further than One Pot Queso Chicken and Rice. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender chicken and flavorful rice enveloped in a rich queso sauce, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. In just about 50 minutes, you can whip up this hearty meal in one pot, ensuring minimal cleanup and maximum enjoyment. Customize it with your favorite veggies or toppings to make it uniquely yours. Once served, you’ll find everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
- 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
- In a large pot, heat olive oil 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 the entire can of Rotel for 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20–25 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in nacho cheese sauce and 1 cup of shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Top with remaining cheese, cover for 5 minutes until melted, then garnish with desired toppings before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg