Creamy Chicken and Saffron Yellow Rice Bowls Recipe
A delicious Mexican-inspired chicken and rice dish featuring tender chicken breast seasoned with adobo, creamy white queso, and flavorful saffron yellow rice enriched with tomato bouillon. This one-pan stovetop recipe combines savory and comforting flavors perfect for an easy weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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Chicken and Queso
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast
- 1 tsp adobo seasoning
- 3 oz white queso
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp milk
Rice
- 10 oz saffron yellow rice
- 1 cube tomato bouillon
- 2½ cups water
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with the adobo seasoning. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Rice: In the same skillet, spray with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Add the saffron yellow rice along with the tomato bouillon cube and 2½ cups of water. Stir to combine, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer until the rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, about 20 minutes.
- Make the Queso Sauce: While the rice cooks, heat the white queso in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the milk gradually to achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Combine and Serve: Slice the cooked chicken breasts and arrange over the cooked saffron rice. Drizzle the creamy white queso sauce on top. Serve warm and enjoy a hearty Mexican-inspired meal.
Notes
- Adjust the milk quantity in the queso sauce for desired creaminess.
- Use low-sodium tomato bouillon to reduce sodium content if preferred.
- For extra flavor, garnish with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime juice.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on stovetop or microwave.
Keywords: Mexican chicken, saffron rice, adobo seasoning, white queso sauce, easy stovetop recipe
