Description
One Pot Queso Chicken and Rice is the ultimate comfort food that brings families together for a satisfying meal. This easy-to-make dish combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a creamy queso sauce, resulting in a flavor-packed dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings. Ready in just about 50 minutes, this one-pot wonder minimizes cleanup while maximizing taste and comfort. With the option to customize with your favorite toppings like diced avocado or jalapeños, it appeals to both kids and adults alike. Enjoy this cheesy, hearty dish that guarantees smiles around the dinner table!
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ cups long-grain white rice
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2¼ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup nacho cheese sauce
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot or deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and seasonings; sauté for 5–6 minutes until mostly cooked.
- Stir in uncooked rice and Rotel; cook for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20–25 minutes until rice is tender.
- Mix in nacho cheese sauce and 1 cup of shredded cheese until melted.
- Top with remaining cheese, cover for 5 minutes to melt, garnish as desired, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, briefly toast the rice before adding broth. Customize with vegetables like bell peppers or corn for extra nutrition. Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.