Spicy Green Tabasco Chicken and Rice
A fiery and flavorful chicken and rice dish drenched in zesty green Tabasco sauce. This easy-to-prepare recipe combines tender chicken, aromatic rice, and a medley of spices, delivering a satisfying meal with a kick. Perfectly suited for meal prepping, it's a delicious option that guarantees a spicy and tangy flavor explosion in every bite.
ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons green Tabasco sauce
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 3.
In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic until tender, about 5 minutes.
- 4.
Add the rice to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring continuously.
- 5.
In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken broth, green Tabasco sauce, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
- 6.
Transfer the rice and vegetable mixture to a casserole dish. Arrange the cooked chicken evenly on top of the rice.
- 7.
Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and rice in the casserole dish, ensuring everything is well coated.
- 8.
Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the chicken is tender.
- 9.
Once cooked, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
- 10.
Serve hot and enjoy the spicy and delicious green Tabasco chicken and rice!