Crazy Chicken
A fun and tasty Mexican-inspired dish featuring juicy chicken, saffron rice, and a creamy queso sauce that’s quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast Seasoned with adobo
- 10 oz saffron yellow rice Prepare according to package instructions
- 2.5 cups water For cooking the rice
- 1 cube tomato bouillon For flavoring the rice
Queso Sauce
- 3 oz white queso Melted for sauce
- 2 tbsp milk To make the sauce creamy
Cooking Ingredients
- 2 tsp olive oil For frying the chicken
- Cooking spray Cooking spray For greasing the skillet
- 1 tsp adobo seasoning To season the chicken
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with adobo seasoning.
Cooking Chicken
- Heat olive oil in the skillet and cook chicken until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Cooking Rice
- Prepare saffron rice according to package instructions using water and the tomato bouillon cube.
Making Queso Sauce
- In a small saucepan, warm milk and melt the white queso to create a smooth sauce.
Serving
- Serve chicken over saffron rice and drizzle with queso sauce.
Notes
For extra flavor, add fresh cilantro or chopped green onions on top. Serve with black beans or a fresh salad. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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