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salsa chicken and cauliflower rice skillet

Salsa Chicken and Cauliflower Rice Skillet: 25 Minutes to Joy


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A quick and easy one-pan meal featuring salsa chicken served over cauliflower rice.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 2 cups cauliflower rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add diced chicken, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until chicken is browned.
  3. Stir in salsa and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Add cauliflower rice and mix well.
  5. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until cauliflower rice is tender.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust the spice level by choosing mild or hot salsa.
  • This dish can be topped with avocado or cheese for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: salsa chicken, cauliflower rice, skillet meal