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Queso Chicken Skillet

Queso Chicken Skillet

The ultimate comfort food, Queso Chicken Skillet is creamy, cheesy, and packed with savory flavor. This easy weeknight dinner will have your family coming back for seconds, making it a must-try recipe tonight!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 590

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2.5 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 10-oz bag Yellow Rice with Seasonings
  • 2 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast
  • 1 14-oz can Diced Tomatoes drained
  • 1 4-oz can Diced Green Chilis drained
  • 4 oz Queso Fresco crumbled (Monterey Jack will also work)
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Cilantro chopped (optional)
  • 8 oz White American Cheese cubed or shredded
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream

Equipment

  • Chef's Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Large Pot
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Frying Pan
  • Skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Slice the boneless, skinless chicken breast into 1-inch pieces. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides for about 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth and add the yellow rice. Stir to combine and bring to a boil. Once boiling, cover and reduce heat to low, letting it simmer for 25 to 30 minutes.
  3. In a separate saucepan, combine the heavy cream and white American cheese over medium-low heat, stirring until melted.
  4. After 30 minutes, remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the diced tomatoes, green chilis, and melted cheese sauce.
  5. Top with crumbled queso fresco and broil in the oven for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  6. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Tip 1: If the rice has not cooked through after 30 minutes, return the cover to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, adding time as necessary.