Mexican Rice with Chicken

Total Time

35 min

Preparation Time

5 min

Cooking Time

30 min

385

Ingredients (4 Servings)

  • 1 package (6.4 ounces) Mexican-style rice and pasta mix
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1-3/4 cups water
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with onions, undrained
  • 2 cups cubed cooked chicken
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped

Directions

  • In a large skillet, cook and stir rice and pasta mix in butter until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the water, tomatoes, and contents of rice seasoning packet.
  • Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Add chicken and jalapeno.
  • Cover and cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed 8-10 minutes.

Nutrition

Per Servings
  • Calories: 369
  • Fat: 12g
  • Sodium: 1217mg
  • Carbohydrate: 42g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g