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Cheesy Chicken Taco Rice
A flavorful and easy-to-make dish combining seasoned ground chicken, rice, beans, and cheese, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Rice
- 2 cups cooked rice Use white or brown rice as per preference.
Meat
- 1 lb ground chicken Can substitute with ground turkey or other halal-friendly meat.
Seasoning
- 1 packet taco seasoning Adjust salt as needed since this contains seasoning.
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or Mexican blend works well.
Beans
- 1 cup black beans Rinsed and drained.
Corn
- 1 cup corn Can use canned or frozen.
Vegetables
- 1 whole bell pepper Diced, any color.
- 0.5 cup diced onion For added flavor.
Sauce
- 1 cup salsa Choose your preferred brand or homemade.
Seasonings
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust to preference.
Garnish
- as needed Chopped cilantro Adds freshness to the dish.
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Brown the ground chicken in a skillet, then add taco seasoning and cook until fully cooked.
- Stir in black beans, corn, diced bell pepper, and onion; cook for a few minutes.
- Mix cooked rice into the skillet, then add salsa and shredded cheese; stir until cheese melts.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
For a spicier version, add hot sauce or jalapeños.