Easy Dinner Using Leftover Chicken

Easy Dinner Using Leftover Chicken

By CozyDelicious

Got some leftover chicken in your fridge and not sure what to do with it? Don't worry, we've got you covered with this delicious and easy dinner recipe that will transform those leftovers into a whole new satisfying meal! With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this tasty dish in no time. Let's get cooking with our recipe for "Easy Dinner Using Leftover Chicken."

  • Prep 15 min
  • Cook 20 min
  • Total 35 min
  • Yield 4 servings
  • Cuisine American
  • Category Main Course
Non-vegetarian leftover chicken easy dinner chicken and rice skillet recipe quick meal

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and sliced bell pepper. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

  2. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  3. Stir in the shredded chicken, cooked rice, diced tomatoes (with their juices), cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well to combine all the flavors.

  4. Let the mixture simmer for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the liquid to reduce slightly.

  5. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top of the mixture and cover the skillet with a lid. Let it sit for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  6. Once the cheese is melted, remove the skillet from heat and give everything a final stir to incorporate the melted cheese.

  7. Serve your delicious chicken and rice skillet hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 1 serving
Calories
320 kcal
Total Fat
12 g
Saturated Fat
5 g
Cholesterol
70 mg
Sodium
600 mg
Total Carbohydrate
25 g
Dietary Fiber
3 g
Sugars
5 g
Protein
28 g

Enjoy your easy and flavor-packed dinner made from leftover chicken in just a few simple steps. This recipe is versatile, so feel free to customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices. It's a great way to breathe new life into your leftovers without spending hours in the kitchen. So next time you find yourself with extra chicken, remember this recipe for a quick and satisfying meal that's sure to please everyone at the dinner table.

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