Hunt's® Monterrey Chicken and Rice Bake

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Mix together adobo seasoning, paprika, black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon of the chili powder. Season 1 side chicken breasts with the mixture.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Place olive oil in a large saucepan over medium; heat until the oil shimmers. Place chicken pieces in hot oil, seasoned side down. Brown on each side, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Add chopped onion to pot and cook over medium heat until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add rice, Hunt's® Diced Tomatoes (drained), corn, garlic, and remaining 2 teaspoons of chili powder, stirring to combine.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'When ingredients are well combined, add chicken broth, and stir.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Place browned chicken pieces on top of the rice mixture, with browned side up, being careful not to submerge chicken.'}

7. 7

   {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Cover and bake 15 minutes, then remove lid and continue baking about 5 minutes more.'}

8. 8

   {'id': 'step_7', 'step': 8, 'text': 'When chicken internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), place a slice of tomato and slices of avocado on top of each piece, and place a slice of pepper jack cheese on top.'}

9. 9

   {'id': 'step_8', 'step': 9, 'text': 'Return to oven and bake until cheese is melted, 3-4 minutes.'}

10. 10

    {'id': 'step_9', 'step': 10, 'text': 'Plate cooked chicken, then fluff rice with a fork, and serve alongside chicken. Garnish with fresh cilantro and snipped chives, if desired.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (4 servings total)