Chicken with Rice and Salsa

Elevate your dinner game with this vibrant and flavorful Chicken with Rice and Salsa recipe! Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are pan-seared to golden perfection, served over fluffy, aromatic long-grain white rice simmered in rich chicken broth. A zesty, homemade salsa made with juicy tomatoes, crisp red onion, fresh cilantro, and a touch of heat from jalapeño adds a refreshing burst of flavor. The bright squeeze of lime ties it all together, making this dish a wholesome, satisfying, and colorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Ready in just 45 minutes and serving four, this easy chicken and rice recipe with fresh salsa will become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 medium tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 1 small jalapeño
• 0.25 cup cilantro
• 1 medium lime
• 0.25 teaspoon salt (for salsa)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.

Step 3

Cook the chicken breasts in the skillet for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove from skillet and set aside to rest.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of long-grain white rice and 2 cups of chicken broth. Bring to a boil over high heat.

Step 5

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Step 6

For the salsa, finely chop 2 tomatoes, 1/2 medium red onion, and 1 small jalapeño (seeds removed for less heat if desired).

Step 7

Roughly chop 1/4 cup of cilantro and add it to a mixing bowl along with the chopped tomatoes, onion, and jalapeño.

Step 8

Squeeze the juice of 1 lime into the mixture and add 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Stir well to combine.

Step 9

Slice the cooked chicken breasts and serve over a bed of rice, topped with the freshly made salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1455.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1230.4

Total Fat 42.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 286mg	0%
Sodium 4295.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 12.0g
Protein 123.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 170.8mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 1317.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.4%

Protein: 40.4%

Carbs: 28.2%