Gluten-Free Chicken & Salsa Rice

I know my way around the kitchen but when a recipe sounds super easy, I’m quickly drawn in and the ingredients go on my shopping list. This Chicken & Salsa Rice Recipe has five simple ingredients that make for a savory taste and it’s easily made in the slow cooker.

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Gluten-Free Chicken & Salsa Rice

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time3 hrs 30 mins

Total Time3 hrs 35 mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 666kcal

Author: Stephanie O'Dea

Ingredients

• ▢ 4 cups cooked brown or white rice - or a combination
• ▢ 2-4 frozen chicken breast halves - sliced in strips
• ▢ 1 cup frozen corn
• ▢ 1 cup chunky salsa
• ▢ 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese or dairy-free alternative
• ▢ Optional toppings: sour cream - sliced olives, avocado

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Instructions

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  Use a 4-quart slow cooker sprayed with cooking spray. Dump the cooked rice into the insert and place chicken strips on top. Add corn and salsa and top with the shredded cheese.
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  Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for about 3½ hours. Top with a dollop of sour cream, olives, and sliced avocado, if desired.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Gluten-Free Chicken & Salsa Rice

Amount Per Serving

Calories 666 Calories from Fat 108

% Daily Value*

Fat 12g18%

Saturated Fat 6g30%

Cholesterol 59mg20%

Sodium 616mg26%

Potassium 517mg15%

Carbohydrates 108g36%

Fiber 3g12%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 27g54%

Vitamin A 465IU9%

Vitamin C 3.2mg4%

Calcium 295mg30%

Iron 1.7mg9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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