SANTA FE CHICKEN WITH SAFFRON RICE

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This is an easy and delicious recipe. The saffron rice really makes it special. It is also a very healthy meal.

Provided by Chris from Kansas

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 onion, chopped
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
1 dash lime juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can Mexican tomatoes or 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (5 ounce) package saffron rice mix or 1 (5 ounce) package yellow rice (Mahatma brand)
1/2 cup water
1 cup Mexican blend cheese or 1 cup cheddar cheese
chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Steps:

Spray a 2-quart casserole with cooking spray.
Put chicken and onion into the casserole.
Sprinkle with worcestershire, lime and garlic.
Bake in a 350-degree oven for 30 minutes or until chicken is done.
Cut up the stewed tomatoes; add to casserole with rest of ingredients except cheese.
Mix, then cover tightly.
Continue to bake at 350 for 45 minutes or until rice is done.
Sprinkle with cheese, cover and let sit on top of stove until cheese melts.
Top with fresh chopped cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.8, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 72.4, Sodium 445.2, Carbohydrate 22.6, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 2.7, Protein 26.8

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