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Love the flavors in this tasty One Pan Chicken Enchilada Rice Bake

One Pan Chicken Enchilada Rice Bake

Make a delicious Mexican chicken enchilada dish topped with jalapenos and sour cream all in one pan for an easy Cinco de Mayo meal!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 lb. chicken breasts cut into small pieces
  • 2 Tablespoons of your favorite Mexican seasoning
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 Tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 14.5 oz can chopped tomatoes with jalapenos
  • 1 c. long grain white rice
  • 2 c. shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 c. cilantro chopped
  • 6 corn tortilla cut into quarters
  • sour cream and pickled jalapenos

Instructions

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium high heat. Add in the chicken and Mexican seasoning and cook for 6-7 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken to a plate.
  • Heat the remaining olive oil in the same skillet over medium high heat. Add in the onion and garlic and saute for 3 minutes. Add the taco seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper then cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
  • Add in the tomatoes, rice, and 2 cups of water. Bring the mixture to a boil then reduce heat to medium low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is cooked.
  • Preheat the broiler.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the cooked chicken, 1 cup of cheese, and 1/4 cup of the cilantro. Mix well.
  • Top the skillet with the corn tortilla quarters. Place in the oven and broil for 2 minutes or until the tortillas begin to crisp. Remove from oven and top with remaining cheddar cheese.
  • Broil for 2 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbling. Remove from the oven and top with sour cream, remaining cilantro, and pickled jalapenos.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Food Network Magazine, May 2016