One Pot Queso Chicken and Rice: Easy Comfort Food
If you’re craving a heartwarming meal that’s both quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, look no further than this One Pot Queso Chicken and Rice. This easy comfort food combines tender chicken pieces with creamy queso and fluffy rice, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The best part? Everything is cooked in just one pot, which means minimal cleanup and maximum enjoyment! With its delightful blend of spices and cheesy goodness, this dish is sure to become a beloved staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1½ cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 2¼ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup nacho cheese sauce
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until the chicken is mostly cooked.
- Stir in uncooked rice and Rotel. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in nacho cheese sauce and 1 cup of shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Top with remaining cheese, cover for 5 minutes to melt, then garnish as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg