5 One Pot Dinners My Family Requests Every Week

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp Olive Oil (for sautéing the chicken)
• 1 lb Chicken Breast or Thighs (cut into bite‑size cubes)
• 1 tsp Salt (season chicken and sauce)
• ½ tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground if possible)
• 1 tsp Chili Powder
• 1 tsp Ground Cumin
• 1 Tbsp Garlic (minced (about 3 cloves))
• 10 oz Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies (undrained)
• 8 oz Tomato Sauce
• 1.5 cup Chicken Broth (low‑sodium preferred)
• 1 cup White Rice (uncooked, long‑grain preferred)
• ½ cup Shredded Cheddar or Mexican Blend Cheese (for topping, melts well)

Instructions

1. Prep Ingredients

   Cube the chicken into bite‑size pieces, mince the garlic, and measure out all spices, liquids, and rice.

   Time: PT5M

2. Sauté Chicken

   Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in the skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the chicken, season with ½ tsp salt and ½ tsp pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pieces are cooked through and lightly browned, about 7‑8 minutes.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

3. Add Aromatics & Spices

   Stir in the minced garlic, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, and an extra pinch of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until the garlic is fragrant, about 1‑2 minutes.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium

4. Incorporate Tomatoes, Broth, and Rice

   Add the 10 oz can of diced tomatoes with green chilies, the 8 oz can of tomato sauce, 1½ cup chicken broth, and 1 cup uncooked rice. Stir to combine all ingredients.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium

5. Simmer Until Rice Is Tender

   Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes. Stir once every 5 minutes to prevent the rice from sticking.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: Low

6. Finish With Cheese

   When the rice is tender, sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top, replace the lid, and let sit for 2 minutes until the cheese melts.

   Time: PT2M

7. Serve

   Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then serve hot. Optional toppings: guacamole, sour cream, lime wedges, and chopped parsley.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

22 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

10 g

Fiber

3 g