Queso Chicken Fajita Skillet
Ingredients
- 3 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
diced
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- ½ Yellow Onion
diced
- 1 Red Bell Pepper
cut into strips
- 1 Green Bell Pepper
cut into strips
- 1 Orange Bell Pepper
cut into strips
- 1 Packet Fajita Seasoning
- 2 cups Minute Rice
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
- 8 ounces Tomato Sauce
- Gordos Cheese Dip
Directions
- 1
In a large skillet over medium high heat add in the olive oil, onions and bell peppers. Stir and allow them to cook for 2-3 minutes then add in the chicken. Sprinkle in the packet of fajita seasoning and allow the chicken to cook for 7-8 minutes or until it reaches an internal temp of 165 degrees.
- 2
Once the chicken is cooked, add in the rice, tomato sauce and chicken broth. Stir together and bring to a simmer. Allow it to simmer for 2 minutes then turn off the heat and let the rice finish absorbing the broth.
- 3
Top with Gordos Cheese Dip, serve & enjoy!
Queso Chicken Fajita Skillet
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About this Recipe
Craving a vibrant, comforting meal that comes together in one skillet? This Queso Chicken Fajita Skillet delivers on flavor and ease, combining tender chicken and colorful peppers with a rich, cheesy finish that’s sure to become a new family favorite.
What makes this Queso Chicken Fajita Skillet a standout is the irresistible combination of zesty fajita flavors bathed in creamy queso. It offers all the delicious tastes of fajitas without the need for multiple dishes, making cleanup a breeze. The addition of Minute Rice cooks right in the skillet, absorbing all the delicious chicken broth and tomato sauce for a complete, satisfying meal.
You can expect a harmony of textures and flavors in every bite. Juicy, seasoned chicken pairs perfectly with the slight crunch of sautéed red, green, and orange bell peppers, alongside the sweet undertone of diced yellow onion. The Minute Rice, cooked directly in the flavorful broth and tomato sauce, becomes a tender base for the entire dish. All of these components are brought together by the indulgent, melty Gordos Cheese Dip, creating an incredibly rich and satisfying experience.
Customization & Serving
Feel free to experiment with your favorite protein by swapping the diced chicken for lean ground turkey or sliced beef. You can also vary the vegetables; while the bell peppers are key to fajita flavor, adding zucchini or corn could offer extra color and nutrition. For a touch of heat, a diced jalapeño can be added with the onions.
This skillet meal is a complete dinner on its own, perfect for a busy weeknight. Serve it hot, straight from the skillet, and perhaps with a side of warm tortillas for scooping up all that cheesy goodness.