Taco Chicken and Rice

  • Prep 20 min
  • Total 20 min
  • Ingredients 6
  • Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked instant rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 (1 1/4-oz.) pkg. 40% less-sodium taco seasoning mix
  • 1 lb. precut chicken breast strips for stir-frying
  • 1 (14 1/2-oz.) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)

Steps

  • 1
    Cook rice in water as directed on package, omitting margarine and salt.
  • 2
    Meanwhile, place 2 tablespoons of the taco seasoning mix in plastic bag or medium bowl. Add chicken; seal bag and shake or stir to coat well.
  • 3
    In large nonstick skillet, combine chicken, tomatoes, ground red pepper and remaining taco seasoning mix; mix well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover tightly and simmer 8 to 10 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, stirring once. Serve over rice. If desired, top with nonfat sour cream and chopped fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
320
Calories from Fat
25
Total Fat
3g
5%
Saturated Fat
1g
5%
Cholesterol
65mg
22%
Sodium
700mg
29%
Total Carbohydrate
45g
15%
Dietary Fiber
2g
8%
Sugars
2g
Protein
29g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
20%
20%
Vitamin C
15%
15%
Calcium
6%
6%
Iron
15%
15%
Exchanges:
2 1/2 Starch; 2 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 1 Vegetable; 3 Very Lean Meat;
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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