Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 tsp. butter
  • 1/2 c. chopped onion
  • 2 minced garlic cloves
  • 1 1/3 c. chicken broth
  • 1 c. salsa
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 c. uncooked long grain rice
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast halves
  • 1/2 c. shredded Mexican cheese
  • Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Instruction

  • In a skillet heat butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook and stir until tender and fragrant.
  • Add chicken broth, salsa and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Stir in rice and return to a boil. Place chicken over rice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender and a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165 degrees, turning chicken halfway through cooking.
  • Remove from heat. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand until cheese is melted. Garnish with cilantro if desired.