Mexican Chicken Rice

Submitted by OahuPat Abrams

"This reminds my husband of something he purchases at a booth at food/craft festivals."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 1 lb boneless chicken, diced
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 envelope taco seasoning
• 1 (11 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 green pepper, diced
• 2 cups instant rice, uncooked
• 1 can sliced black olives
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

directions

1. Saute chicken in oil until not pink.
2. Add broth, tomato sauce, taco envelope.
3. Simmer covered 5 minutes.
4. Add corn, green pepper, bring to a boil.
5. Stir in rice and olives.
6. Cover and let stand 5 minutes, then top with cheese.
7. Allow cheese to melt.

Reviews

[dmaxsgirl]

This is really good! I made a few substitutions. I used spray olive oil, added onions, used brown rice and 2% cheese, and left out the olives. I also added a dollop of fat free sourcream. I will definitely make this again.