Quick Creamy Mexican Chicken Rice Skillet Casserole
Whip up dinner in just 30 minutes with this Quick Creamy Mexican Chicken Rice Skillet Casserole—a one-pan wonder that’s bursting with bold, zesty flavors and creamy comfort. Featuring tender, spiced chicken, fluffy rice, and a medley of vibrant ingredients like salsa, black beans, sweet corn, and bell peppers, this recipe balances hearty textures with a touch of spice. The addition of sour cream and melted Mexican-blend cheese creates a luscious, creamy consistency, while a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime add a refreshing finish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy skillet casserole is a flavorful way to transform everyday pantry staples into a family-favorite meal. Keywords: quick Mexican chicken casserole, skillet dinner, creamy chicken and rice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breasts, diced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup salsa
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.75 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded Mexican-blend cheese
- 0.75 cup frozen corn, thawed
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 4 lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season the diced chicken with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the cooked rice, salsa, and chicken broth. Mix well to combine.
Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet along with the sour cream, shredded cheese, corn, and black beans. Stir until everything is well incorporated and the mixture is creamy and heated through, about 3-4 minutes.
Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top, if desired, and serve warm with lime wedges on the side for added brightness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
509 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.3 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 857 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.6 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 35.8 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 654 mg | 14% | |
*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.
