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One Pan Salsa Verde Chicken and Rice

One Pan Salsa Verde Chicken and Rice

The ultimate comfort food for busy nights, the One Pan Salsa Verde Chicken and Rice combines tender chicken, zesty salsa verde, and fluffy rice all in one dish. It's an easy weeknight dinner that bursts with flavor and is sure to please everyone at the table. Make it tonight for a quick and satisfying meal!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 0.5 medium cauliflower cut into florets (about 2 cups)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup long grain white rice rinsed well and drained
  • 1 cup Salsa Verde Stonewall Kitchen
  • 1.5 cups good quality chicken broth
  • cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Large Pot
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Frying Pan

Method
 

  1. Heat a medium heavy-bottomed high-sided pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add 1 tablespoon oil and onion and garlic. Cook until soft and translucent, 3-5 minutes.
  2. Push onion and garlic to the side and add 1 tablespoon of oil. Once hot, add chicken and cook until beginning to brown 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add cumin, salt, pepper, rice and cauliflower. Stir to combine.
  4. Add chicken stock and salsa and scrape up any browned bits.
  5. Let mixture come up to a boil, then cover with a tight-fitting lid, and lower the heat to medium-low.
  6. Cook for 20 minutes.
  7. Garnish with cilantro and enjoy!

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop for the best texture.
This dish freezes well! Portion into freezer-safe containers and it will keep for up to 3 months.
Consider serving with warm tortillas or a fresh salad to complement the meal.
Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for a colorful twist.
If you enjoy heat, add some diced jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
You can easily swap the chicken for shrimp or firm tofu for a different protein source.