Easy One Pot Queso Chicken And Rice Recipe
This Easy One Pot Queso Chicken And Rice recipe is the perfect weeknight dinner! Packed with tender chicken, cheesy queso, and fluffy rice, it's a quick and flavorful meal made in a single pot for easy cleanup. Enjoy this creamy comfort food that's great for busy families or a crowd-pleasing dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cubed)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup queso dip (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or skillet over medium heat. Add cubed chicken, season with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Cook until browned and fully cooked.
- Add uncooked rice, diced tomatoes (with liquid), and chicken broth to the pot. Stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked.
- Stir in the queso dip and shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, use spicy queso or add chopped jalapeños.
- Substitute brown rice, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg