Cheesy Queso Chicken & Rice Skillet
A Creamy, Flavor-Packed One-Pan Dinner Everyone Will Love!
This Cheesy Queso Chicken & Rice Skillet is the ultimate comfort food tender chicken, perfectly seasoned rice, and a rich, creamy queso sauce all cooked in one pan for easy cleanup! Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a cozy weekend dinner, this cheesy skillet meal is guaranteed to satisfy.
Ingredients:
For the Rice
2 cups long-grain white rice
½ yellow onion, diced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
4 cups water
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon powder
For the Chicken
3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 packet fajita seasoning
For the Queso Topping
2 cups prepared cheese dip (like Gordo’s Original Queso or your favorite brand)
Instructions:
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in rice and cook for 2–3 minutes until lightly golden. Add tomato sauce, water, and chicken bouillon powder. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed.
Meanwhile, in another pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and sprinkle with fajita seasoning. Cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and fully cooked.
Fluff the cooked rice, then add the chicken to the skillet. Stir gently to mix everything evenly.
Pour the warm cheese dip over the chicken and rice mixture. Stir until creamy and everything is coated in that luscious queso goodness.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeños, or diced tomatoes. Serve warm for a cheesy, comforting, one-pan meal your whole family will love!
Serving & Nutrition:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: ~450 kcal per serving
Tips & Variations:
Swap in brown rice or quinoa for extra fiber.
Add black beans or corn for a Tex-Mex twist.
Use spicy queso for a kick of heat!
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Make dinner easy and delicious with this Cheesy Queso Chicken & Rice Skillet a one-pan meal packed with tender chicken, flavorful rice, and creamy queso sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners!
