Best Spanish Rice With Chicken Recipes

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SPANISH RICE CHICKEN I



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This recipe is so quick and is so very simple! It is perfect for making in a recreational vehicle (RV) galley for a quick, delicious dinner on the road and on the go! Andale, pues!

Provided by MSSHARON

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (6.8 ounce) package Spanish-style rice mix
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups hot water
1 skinless, boneless chicken breast half - cut into cubes
1 cup salsa
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat prepare rice according to package directions, using the butter/margarine to brown the vermicelli and rice to a golden brown. Add the water, chicken, salsa and tomatoes and bring all to a boil. Cover skillet, reduce heat and let simmer for approximately 25 to 30 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Cholesterol 16.5 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 1140.4 mg, Sugar 3 g

SPANISH RICE AND CHICKEN



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My mother has always been an avid cook, and my sister, two brothers and I were raised on this casserole. When I polled our family to see which recipe I should share, this fresh-tasting, well-seasoned chicken casserole came out on the top of the list. I know you'll enjoy is as much as we do. -Cindy Clark, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 pounds), cut up
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 cup uncooked rice
3/4 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 cups chicken broth
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place chicken in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine garlic salt, celery salt and paprika; sprinkle over chicken. Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes. , Remove chicken from dish. Combine rice, onion, green pepper and parsley; spoon into pan. In a saucepan, bring broth, tomatoes, chili powder and salt to a boil. Pour over rice mixture; mix well. Place chicken pieces on top. Cover and bake until chicken registers at least 165° and rice is tender, 40-45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 12 g fat (3 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73 mg cholesterol, Sodium 1,448 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30 g carbohydrate, Fiber 2 g fiber, Protein 27 g protein.

SPANISH-STYLE CHICKEN AND RICE



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In this easy recipe for entertaining, crispy-skin chicken thighs roast atop a heady combo of Spanish-style rice emboldened with smoked paprika and mixed with earthy curly kale and sweet yellow bell peppers. Serve with a simple tossed salad to complete the meal.

Provided by Uncle Ben's

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     UNCLE BEN'S®

Time 44m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika, divided
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
4 (8 ounce) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 teaspoons olive oil
½ cup chopped green onions
½ large yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips
4 cups loosely packed torn curly kale
½ cup unsalted chicken stock
1 (8.8 ounce) package UNCLE BEN'S® READY RICE® Spanish-Style Rice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 pinch Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Combine 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, garlic powder, and pepper; sprinkle evenly over both sides of chicken.
  • Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken to pan, skin-side down. Cook until skin is lightly browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Turn chicken over; cook 3 minutes. Remove chicken from pan (it will not be completely done at this point).
  • Add green onions and bell pepper to drippings in pan; saute 2 minutes. Add kale and chicken stock; cover and cook 2 minutes or until kale is lightly wilted. Stir rice, vinegar, and remaining 1 teaspoon smoked paprika into kale mixture. Nestle chicken on top of rice mixture. Bake at 400 degrees F until a thermometer inserted into thickest part of a thigh registers 165 degrees F, about 22 minutes.

SPANISH RICE WITH CHICKEN



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"This recipe is very easily adapted to individual tastes, and extra vegetables can be added," writes Wendy Nuis of Stokes Bay, Ontario.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup cubed cooked chicken
3/4 cup uncooked instant rice
3/4 cup diced tomatoes
3/4 cup tomato juice
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute the mushrooms, celery, onion and green pepper in oil for 3-5 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 456mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

BEST SPANISH RICE



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The combination of picante sauce and chicken broth makes this easy recipe very tasty!

Provided by Angela Sims

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Spanish Rice Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 ½ cups uncooked white rice
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup chunky salsa

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion, and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix rice into skillet, stirring often. When rice begins to brown, stir in chicken broth and salsa. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes, until liquid has been absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Carbohydrate 50.9 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 696.6 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

SPANISH CHICKEN AND RICE



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I'VE had this recipe for 50 years and have probably made it hundreds of times. This dish can be prepared quickly. The portions are just right for two people, and any leftovers are just as delicious the next day. -Mary Nelms, Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 bone-in chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 jar (2-1/2 ounces) sliced pimientos, drained
1/2 cup uncooked rice
1-1/4 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Combine flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken and shake until well coated. In a skillet, brown chicken in butter over medium heat. Remove chicken; set aside and keep warm. , In the pan drippings, saute onion, green pepper and garlic until tender. Add pimientos and rice. Reduce heat; cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in broth, turmeric, chili powder and remaining salt; bring to a boil. , Pour into an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish; top with chicken. Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes or until chicken juices run clear and rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 1909mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

SPANISH CHICKEN AND RICE



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This chicken is great because you throw it all together in a pot & let it cook until the chicken is so tender, it's almost falling off the bone. Remove skin from chicken before cooking for a healthier dish.

Provided by Marli

Categories     Stew

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup olive oil
4 chicken thighs
6 chicken drumsticks
1 large red onion, diced
1 large green capsicum, diced
3 teaspoons sweet paprika
1 (16 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 1/4 cups arborio rice or 1 1/4 cups paella rice
3 1/2 cups boiling water

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large pot.
  • Season the chicken pieces with salt & pepper and brown in batches.
  • Remove from pot.
  • Add the remaining oil to the pot & gently saute the onion & capsicum until the onion is transparent.
  • Stir in the paprika and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add the tomatoes and simmer gently until it has thickened.
  • Stir in the water, then add the rice and the tumeric.
  • Return the chicken to the pot and stir to combine.
  • Bring to the boil, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for about 1 hour or until chicken is tender and almost falling off the bone.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 768.6, Fat 38.2, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 167.7, Sodium 176.1, Carbohydrate 60.8, Fiber 5, Sugar 5.8, Protein 43.4

SPANISH RICE WITH CHICKEN & PEAS



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My mom made this juicy chicken and rice for us every Wednesday. I still make it for my hubby. It reminds me of family dinners growing up. -Josee Lanzi, New Port Richey, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
4 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
2-1/4 cups chicken broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup frozen peas, thawed

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, toss chicken with flour, pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt. In a Dutch oven, heat 4 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken, stirring occasionally; remove from pan., In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium heat. Add pepper, onion and celery; cook and stir until onion is tender, 2-4 minutes. Add rice, cumin, chili powder and remaining salt; stir to coat rice. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes., Place browned chicken over rice (do not stir in). Cook, covered, until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 755mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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