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Pollo Loco Mexican Chicken and Rice with Queso

A flavorful and hearty Mexican-inspired dish with tender chicken, seasoned rice, black beans, corn, and gooey queso topping. Perfect for a fiesta-themed dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken breast or thighs
  • Mexican-style rice
  • Canned black beans
  • Corn
  • Queso
  • Tomato
  • Green onions & cilantro
  • Cheese
  • Spices
  • Lime wedges

Instructions
 

  • Slice chicken into bite-size pieces and season with spices. Cook in a skillet until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
  • Combine rice, black beans, corn, and optional green chiles in the skillet. Stir and warm through.
  • Layer rice, beans, corn, and chicken in a dish. Top with cheese, cover, and bake in the oven.
  • Warm queso and drizzle over the baked dish before serving.
  • Add toppings like green onions, tomatoes, and cilantro. Squeeze lime over and serve hot.

Notes

Leftovers reheat well and can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freeze for longer storage.
Keyword comfort food, Mexican Chicken, Queso, Rice Dish, weeknight dinner
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