Sunday, May 30, 2010

Layered Mexican Chicken Rice Bake

Found this recipe off Picky-Palate.com

We enjoyed it--though I would advise reading the amounts of the ingredients closely.  I made a big boo-boo.  It still turned out good though which is saying something!


2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium white onion, finely chopped
1 anaheim chili pepper (it’s mild), finely diced
1 1/2 Cups chopped sweet peppers
1 1/2 Tablespoons minced fresh garlic
4 Cups cooked/steamed rice
1 Tablespoon ground cumin
2 Cups shredded chicken breast
1/4 teaspoon Lawry’s Garlic Salt
1/2 teaspoon dry Ranch Dressing Seasoning--It's only 1/2 teaspoon...not the whole packet!! Oops :)
1/2 Cup prepared Salsa 
1  can corn, drained
1 can red kidney beans (or any bean of choice), drained
1/2 Cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1 Cup shredded cheddar cheese
1.  Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.  Place oil into a large skillet over medium heat.  Saute onion and peppers for about 5 minutes or until softened.  Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.  Stir in cooked rice, reduce heat to low.  Transfer mixed rice to a 9×13 inch baking dish.
2.  Place chicken breast into a medium skillet over medium heat.  Season with Lawry’s, ranch seasoning and salsa; mix and reduce heat to low.  Pour corn over rice.  Next layer the beans, cilantro, chicken and top with cheese.  Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted.

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