This Cheesy Chicken Taco Rice is bold, comforting, and packed with Tex-Mex flavor. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until lightly browned. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, add onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in taco seasoning and uncooked rice. Toast for 1 minute. Add chicken broth, salsa, corn, and black beans. Return chicken to the skillet. Stir well. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top. Cover and let sit for 2–3 minutes until melted. Fluff gently and garnish with cilantro if desired. Serve warm.Cheesy Chicken Taco Rice
Ingredients
Instructions
1. Cook the Chicken
2. Sauté Aromatics
3. Add Rice and Seasoning
4. Simmer
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.5. Add Cheese
6. Serve
Notes
This Cheesy Chicken Taco Rice is bold, comforting, and packed with Tex-Mex flavor. Seasoned chicken and fluffy rice are cooked together with savory spices, then finished with plenty of melted cheese for a rich, satisfying bite.
Perfect for busy weeknights or easy meal prep, this one-pan dish is simple to make and family-friendly. It’s a hearty, crowd-pleasing recipe that delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
