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Hunt's® Monterrey Chicken and Rice Bake
Hunt's® Monterrey Chicken and Rice Bake
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Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
30 minutes
Total Time:
40 minutes
Delicious Tex-Mex one-pot meal with zesty tomato rice and tender chicken - gluten free family favorite!
Ingredients:
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 0.25 teaspoon adobo seasoning
  • 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2.25 teaspoons chili powder, divided
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can Hunt's® Diced Tomatoes, drained
  • 1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn
  • 1 (14 ounce) can low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 avocado - peeled, pitted and sliced
  • 0.5 fresh tomato, sliced
  • 4 slices Pepper Jack cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives
Instructions:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Combine adobo seasoning, paprika, black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon of chili powder, then coat one side of the chicken breasts with the seasoning mix.
  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, heat olive oil until it shimmers. Add chicken pieces seasoned side down and brown on each side for about 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Sauté chopped onion in pot until translucent over medium heat for about 3 minutes. Stir in rice, drained Hunt's® Diced Tomatoes, corn, garlic, and remaining 2 teaspoons of chili powder until well mixed.
  • Once the ingredients are thoroughly mixed, pour in the chicken broth and stir.
  • Arrange the seared chicken pieces on top of the rice mixture, ensuring the browned side faces up and be mindful not to cover the chicken completely in the mixture.
  • Bake covered for 15 minutes, then bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  • Top each piece of cooked chicken with a slice of tomato, avocado slices, and pepper jack cheese once it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Continue baking in the oven until the cheese is gooey and melted, for about 3-4 minutes.
  • Arrange the cooked chicken on a plate. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve it alongside the chicken. For extra flavor and presentation, top with fresh cilantro and snipped chives, if desired.

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