Chicken Con Queso
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
cut into cubes
- 1 packet Old El Paso™ Taco seasoning mix
- 1 1/2 tablespoons water
- 1 cup half and half or heavy cream
- 2 cups instant white rice
- 1 cup premade queso blanco
melted, white queso from the store
- 1 cup restaurant style salsa
thin salsa
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
plus more for garnish
- 1 small can Old El Paso™ Green Chiles
- 1/2 cup pico de gallo or chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup Mexican blend cheese
Directions
- 1
Heat the chicken cubes and olive oil in a large skillet over medium/high heat.
- 2
Sprinkle chicken with the taco seasoning, turning to make sure both sides are coated. Add in the 1 1/2 tablespoons water to assist with coating all the chicken.
- 3
Turn the chicken as you cook, about 6-8 minutes until the chicken is just cooked through.
- 4
Place chicken on a plate and cover in foil to retain heat. Set aside.
- 5
In the same skillet, add the heavy cream and white rice. Stir to combine. Add in the melted queso and salsa. Stir to fully combine. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to simmer for 5 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and fluffy.
- 6
Stir in cilantro, green chiles, and pico de gallo into the rice mixture. Add the chicken back to skillet and nestle into the rice.
- 7
Cover with the 1 cup cheese. Place skillet under the broiler for approximately 3-5 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted on top.
- 8
Garnish with more cilantro if desired.
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of a hearty, flavorful Mexican feast at home without hours in the kitchen? This Chicken Con Queso is your answer, delivering an ultra-delicious, restaurant-quality meal loaded with bold flavors in just 30 minutes of prep time.
What makes this recipe a true standout is the harmonious blend of savory, taco-spiced chicken, fluffy white rice, and a generous coating of creamy queso. It's designed to be virtually foolproof, bringing all your favorite Mexican elements into one satisfying dish that feels both comforting and exciting. You'll love how easily this comes together.
Prepare for a rich and satisfying experience with every spoonful. You'll enjoy tender, seasoned chicken nestled within soft, instant white rice, all generously coated in warm, luscious premade queso blanco. The fresh pop of pico de gallo and the subtle kick from green chiles and restaurant-style salsa perfectly balance the creamy textures, creating a well-rounded and deeply flavorful profile that's truly a Mexican food lover's dream. This dish is designed to be an indulgent yet accessible culinary adventure.
This Chicken Con Queso is wonderfully versatile. If you prefer a different level of spice, you can adjust the type of salsa you use, opting for a milder or hotter version to suit your palate. While the recipe calls for premade queso blanco, you could experiment with other store-bought white quesos or even switch up the blend of Mexican cheese for a slightly different flavor profile. The convenience of instant white rice and the Old El Paso™ Taco seasoning mix makes this a reliable choice for busy evenings.
This flavorful Chicken Con Queso is ideal for a comforting family dinner or a lively get-together with friends. Serve it as a satisfying main course, garnished generously with extra fresh cilantro to highlight its vibrant appeal.