Southwest Queso Chicken & Rice

This is one of those dishes the family will be requesting all the time. With the rich flavors, tender chicken and queso topping, it is phenomenal!

Prep Time15

Cook Time1 15

Total Time1 30

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Keyword: chicken

Servings: Servings

Calories: 404kcal

16 oz salsa
14.5 oz can regular or low-sodium chicken broth
6.8-7 oz package Mexican, Spanish or Arroz con Pollo rice and seasonings
2 tablespoon butter cut into thin slices
2-2 ½ Lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 ½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 cup queso
Optional add-ins/toppings: sliced olives/pickled or fresh jalapeño and pico de gallo/salsa

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
To a 13”x9” baking dish, whisk together salsa, broth and the contents of the rice box. Disperse butter on top followed by the chicken. Optional, add sliced olives and jalapeño. Sprinkle cheese on top.
Cover tightly with foil and bake 1 hour 15 minutes. Remove the aluminum foil and bake another 15 minutes.
Serve topped with queso and your favorite toppings.