Description
Pollo Loco is a vibrant, flavor-packed Mexican chicken dish that combines tender chicken, creamy queso, and aromatic spices. Each bite is a fiesta of tastes that will impress your family and friends alike. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe brings everyone together around the table with its mouthwatering aroma and colorful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (various colors)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup queso blanco
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces. Chop garlic, onion, bell peppers, and cilantro.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add garlic, onion, and bell peppers; sauté for about 3-4 minutes until onions are translucent.
- Stir in cumin and chili powder; add rice and toast for 2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is cooked.
- Stir in queso blanco until melted. Garnish with cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg