Skillet Chicken Fajita Rice

Skillet Chicken Fajita Rice

Fajita style chicken, peppers and onion in a one-pan rice meal!

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ingredients

• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite sized pieces
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 onion, sliced or diced
• 3 bell peppers, sliced or diced
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional)
• 1 tablespoon taco seasoning (link)
• 2 cups chicken broth (link)
• 1 cup long grained rice
• 2 cups cheese (cheddar and/or monterey jack), shredded

directions

1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the chicken and cook, about 10 minutes, before setting aside.
2. Add the onions and bell peppers and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the garlic, tomato paste, and taco seasoning, mix, and cook until fragrant, about a minute.
4. Add the chicken, broth, and rice, mix, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the rice is cooked, about 20 minutes.
5. Top with the cheese and let it melt before enjoying!

Nutrition Facts: Calories 437, Fat 22g (Saturated 9g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 101mg, Sodium 563mg, Carbs 37g (Fiber 1g, Sugars 5g), Protein 32g

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