One Pot Southwest Chicken & Rice

I cannot remember where I came across this recipe but it is an absolute favorite in our house!!

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 10 -12  chicken tenders, cut into bite sized pieces
• 1 1⁄2 cups water
• 1 (1 1/4ounce) packet  taco seasoning or 2  tablespoons  homemade  taco seasoning
• 1 (10 ounce) can rotel
• 2  cups  instant rice
• 1  cup  shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1. In a large skillet, cook chicken in a small amount of oil. Season as desired. I used a lot of the following House Seasoning. When chicken is fully cooked, add water, taco seasoning, and can of Rotel. Bring to a boil and then add the rice. Stir the rice in until mixed, cover, and remove from heat. After all the water has been absorbed (abt 5 min.), give the chicken and rice mixture a stir and top with cheese. Put cover on again until cheese has melted.
2. *House Seasoning* - equal parts (can use less pepper) - kosher salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, dried parsley flakes.