Description

You'll definitely add this meal to your rotation list of recipes because everyone in the family will love it. It's a fantastic, filling dish that's simple to make and is very tasty. Serve it with a side salad, if you wish.

Ingredients

• 2 T. canola oil
• 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite sized pieces
• 1/2 c. chopped yellow onion
• 2 T. taco seasoning mix, from a 1.25 oz. package
• 15 oz. can whole black beans, drained and rinsed
• 10 oz. can Ro*Tel® Original Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies, undrained
• 1 c. water
• 1 1/4 c. instant brown rice, uncooked
• 1 c. shredded Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend, divided
• chopped cilantro, optional
• Additions, if desired: sour cream, sliced black olives, avocado slices, taco sauce, tortilla chips

Steps

1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken; cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add onion and taco seasoning; cook 2 minutes. Stir in black beans, tomatoes and water; bring to a boil. Stir in rice. Cover; reduce heat; simmer 7 - 10 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir in 1/2 c. cheese blend.
2. Sprinkle top with remaining cheese. Garnish with cilantro, if desired. Serve with additions of your choosing, if desired.
3. 6 servings.