Cheesy Chicken and Rice (Easy Version) Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

2 cups rice (i use instant )
4 chicken breasts
1/2 cup salsa con queso ( i use tostitos brand)
3/4 cup cheddar cheese, grated
2 cups salsa (more or less to taste)
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp cayenne
1/4 tsp garlic powder

Directions:

Cook rice according to package directions, but substituting salsa for half of the water.
Meanwhile cook chicken in chunks in a large skillet - deep if available. If not large enough transfer it to a pot when cooked.
Add queso to cooked chicken.
Add cheddar to hot rice.
Combine the two mixtures.
Add remaining salsa, to taste.
Season with cumin, cayenne, and garlic powder.
Some great add-ins to try are black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, or a jalapeno. They work best cooked with the chicken.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	269.38 Kcal (1128 kJ)
Calories from fat	85.48 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	9.5g	15%
Cholesterol	23.3mg	8%
Sodium	936.46mg	39%
Potassium	321.18mg	7%
Total Carbs	36.2g	12%
Sugars	4.06g	16%
Dietary Fiber	2.73g	11%
Protein	10.58g	21%
Vitamin C	1.9mg	3%
Iron	2.3mg	13%
Calcium	176.1mg	18%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	162.23 Kcal (679 kJ)
Calories from fat	51.48 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.72g	15%
Cholesterol	14.03mg	8%
Sodium	563.98mg	39%
Potassium	193.43mg	7%
Total Carbs	21.8g	12%
Sugars	2.45g	16%
Dietary Fiber	1.64g	11%
Protein	6.37g	21%
Vitamin C	1.1mg	3%
Iron	1.4mg	13%
Calcium	106mg	18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

salty
savory
bitter
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