30-Minute Spanish Chicken and Rice (One-Skillet) (2024)

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About This Recipe

Looking for the perfect weeknight meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes and budget-friendly? This one pan Spanish Chicken and Rice recipe is packed with bold flavors and is one of my favorite easy chicken dinners. Perfect when you need something quick that the whole family will love.

I love using my favorite seasoned store-bought chicken for this easy spanish rice recipe to save time! The tomatoes and rice are the real star of the show in this dish and it just makes sense to use chicken that’s already cooked. Or, if you have any of my favorite homemade shredded chicken on hand it’s perfect for this recipe with a little extra simple seasoning!

This rice skillet is lower in fat and high in protein! I love adding my favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream or avocado to really take it up a level! My favorite ways to serve this one pot meal are with a side of veggies or my Healthy 7 Layer Dip for the ultimate tasty meal!

And did I mention this rice dinner reheats like a dream? One of the best parts about this chicken and rice skillet meal is how yummy the leftovers are the next day (if you’re lucky enough to have any!). Seriously, there’s nothing better than a yummy dinner that doubles as an even tastier lunch the next day! Just store in an airtight container and pop in the microwave when you’re ready to eat.

If you’re looking for more easy dinners like this delicious spanish rice recipe, check out myPork Carnitas Burrito Bowls With Rice,High Protein Chicken EnchiladasorEasy Crockpot Taco Pasta! You can also use the pork carnitas in this dish if you want to mix things up too!

• Fire roasted diced tomatoes– useMuir Glenfor best quality
• Onion
• Bell pepper
• Butter
• Garlic powder
• Chicken broth
• Rice– I used brown jasmine uncooked rice
• Chicken–store boughtorhomemade. I recommend adding seasoned chicken to this dish (versus plain chicken). If you do use plain chicken, you will likely need to add more seasoning to this dish!

• Swap chicken for pulled pork or beef!You can easily change up the taste of this dish by usingshredded pork carnitasor beef for this recipe!
• Any kind of rice!Use white rice, yellow rice or cauliflower rice instead of brown rice if you prefer.
• Add chorizo or shrimp!Add extra flavor (and protein) by adding your favorite spicy chorizo or grilled shrimp to this spanish rice dish.

How To Make

The full printable recipe is below, but let me walk you through the process so you know what to expect when you’re making it!

1. Add butter to a medium-size skillet. Heat over medium heat until melted.

2. Add in the tomatoes, onion, pepper, salt and garlic powder. Mix to combine and saute for 5-6 minutes.

3. Next, add the rice and the chicken broth.

4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer (this was medium heat for me) and cover. Simmer until most of the liquid is absorbed, about 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

5. Finally, stir in the chicken until heated through.

6. Taste and add any salt or black pepper to preference. Serve up in a bowl and top with your favorite toppings to really elevate all the flavors! I love shredded cheese, sour cream and avocado!