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Cowgirl Chicken Skillet: hearty and flavorful; let it rest for best results.
Cowgirl Chicken Skillet brings together bold flavors and easy comfort in one satisfying dish. As the ingredients simmer away, the air fills with the lively aroma of chili and salsa, coaxing you to the stove again and again to lift the lid and give it a peek. Rice swells with the tangy, spiced broth, while chicken and beans soak up every drop, creating a savory symphony that's as enjoyable to cook as it is to eat.
Once you've combined everything in your skillet, resist the urge to fuss. Give it the time to build its rich harmony. Let the mixture rest for a clean set, allowing the grains to plump just right. Sprinkling cheddar over the steam-kissed top and resting the lid back makes for a gooey finish that's pure bliss when paired with the warmth and robustness underneath. Soft shreds of chicken blend with melted cheese, offering a dance of textures—each bite varied and inviting.
Finally, a scatter of green onions adds a fresh pop, contrasting nicely against the deep flavors. Serve it family-style from the skillet; it's the kind of dish that makes gathering around the table feel inviting and relaxed. Everyone will delight in the rustic edges and the effortless richness that only a one-pan meal can offer.
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 cups chicken cooked and shredded
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 3 green onions sliced
Directions
- In a large skillet, add the rice, the salsa, the chicken, the black beans, the chili powder, and the chicken broth and stir to combine.
- Place a tight-fitting lid on the skillet.
- Place the skillet over high heat and allow the chicken mixture to come to a boil.
- Immediately reduce the heat to low and allow the chicken mixture to simmer until the rice has absorbed all of the liquids, about 15 minutes. Make sure to adjust the heat as needed to maintain a simmer.
- Turn off the stovetop heat and allow the chicken mixture to rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the chicken mixture with a fork.
- Sprinkle the cheese over the chicken mixture evenly.
- Immediately replace the lid on the skillet and allow the chicken mixture to sit until the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes.
- Serve sprinkled with the green onions.
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