Queso Chicken Fajita Skillet Recipe
A vibrant and flavorful one-pan Queso Chicken Fajita Skillet combining tender diced chicken breast, sautéed bell peppers and onions, seasoned with fajita spices, and mixed with rice simmered in tomato sauce and chicken broth, all topped with creamy Gordos Cheese Dip for a comforting Tex-Mex meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 3 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (diced)
Vegetables
- ½ Yellow Onion (diced)
- 1 Red Bell Pepper (cut into strips)
- 1 Green Bell Pepper (cut into strips)
- 1 Orange Bell Pepper (cut into strips)
Seasonings & Staples
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 Packet Fajita Seasoning
Grains & Liquids
- 2 cups Minute Rice
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
- 8 ounces Tomato Sauce
Toppings
- Gordos Cheese Dip (amount as preferred)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced yellow onion and the three varieties of bell peppers sliced into strips. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened and fragrant.
- Cook Chicken: Add the diced chicken breasts to the skillet with the vegetables. Sprinkle the fajita seasoning evenly over the chicken. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 7-8 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is no longer pink inside.
- Add Rice and Liquids: Stir in the minute rice, tomato sauce, and chicken broth into the skillet. Mix well to evenly combine all ingredients.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to simmer for 2 minutes so the rice starts absorbing the liquid and flavors.
- Finish Cooking: Turn off the heat, cover if possible, and let the skillet sit for a few minutes allowing the rice to finish absorbing the broth fully.
- Add Cheese Dip and Serve: Top the finished skillet with the Gordos Cheese Dip as desired. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious queso chicken fajita skillet!
Notes
- Ensure chicken is cooked thoroughly by checking internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Minute rice cooks quickly, so simmer only briefly before allowing it to absorb the liquid off heat.
- Gordos Cheese Dip adds a creamy, cheesy element—you can substitute with your preferred queso or cheese dip.
- For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- This dish pairs well with warm tortillas or a side salad for a complete meal.
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