Mexican Creation
Get ready to savor the vibrant flavors of this one-pan wonder, "Mexican Creation"! This hearty recipe combines tender, taco-seasoned chicken breasts with a medley of long-grain white rice, black beans, corn, and zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, all cooked to perfection in a rich chicken broth. Topped off with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime, melted cheddar cheese, and a dollop of creamy sour cream, this dish is bursting with bold Mexican-inspired flavors. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing favorite, it's a satisfying, easy-to-make meal that pairs simplicity with authentic taste. Ready in under an hour, this recipe delivers a delicious balance of protein, grains, and vibrant toppings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can black beans
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 0.5 cup cilantro leaves
- 1 piece lime
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Rub the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning on both sides, then cook in the skillet for 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and toast the rice for 2 minutes. Add the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Let the rice cook for 15 minutes, or until tender and fluffy.
Drain and rinse the black beans, then stir them into the cooked rice along with the corn kernels and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, mixing everything together until well combined. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
Slice the cooked chicken into thin strips. Add the chicken on top of the rice mixture or serve it on the side.
Garnish the dish with chopped cilantro, fresh lime wedges for squeezing, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.
Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful Mexican Creation!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2440 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.1 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.8 g | 239% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 474 mg | 158% | |
| Sodium | 9413 mg | 409% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 194.4 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.4 g | 141% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.6 g | ||
| Protein | 185.1 g | 370% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1416 mg | 109% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 3159 mg | 67% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
