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Pollo Loco – Mexican Chicken and Rice with Queso Recipe

Pollo Loco - Mexican Chicken and Rice with Queso Recipe
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Pollo Loco is a delicious Mexican-inspired dish featuring tender chicken and flavorful saffron rice, all brought together with creamy queso. This easy one-pot meal is perfect for a comforting family dinner.

Ingredients

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    For the Chicken:

  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1.5 lbs uncooked boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into small bite-size pieces
  • 1 tsp Goya Adobo Seasoning

    • For the Rice:

  • 1 10 oz package Vigo Saffron Yellow Rice (Arroz Amarillo)
  • 1 cube Knorr Tomato Bouillon (optional)
  • 2½ cups water

    • Additional:

  • 3 oz White Queso Dip
  • 2 tbsp milk (skim, 1%, 2%, or whole)
  • cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry, season with adobo, and set aside.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet, cook chicken until browned.
  3. Prepare the Rice: Add rice, tomato bouillon, and water to the skillet. Simmer until rice is cooked.
  4. Finish the Dish: Stir in queso and milk, fluff with a fork, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Make sure to check the rice for doneness after 20 minutes of cooking.
  • Adjust the seasoning and spice level to suit your taste.

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Keywords: Pollo Loco, Mexican chicken and rice, queso, one-pot meal, comfort food

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