Name: Queso Chicken Fajita Skillet Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 3 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, diced; ½ Yellow Onion, diced; 1 Red Bell Pepper, cut into strips; 1 Green Bell Pepper, cut into strips; 1 Orange Bell Pepper, cut into strips; 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 Packet Fajita Seasoning; 2 cups Minute Rice; 2 cups Chicken Broth; 8 ounces Tomato Sauce; Gordo’s Cheese Dip, to taste

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Introduction

This Queso Chicken Fajita Skillet is a vibrant, flavorful one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken and colorful bell peppers are cooked with fajita seasoning, rice, and tomato sauce, then topped with creamy cheese dip for a comforting dish everyone will love.

A close-up of a cooked dish on a white square plate placed on a white marbled surface. The dish has three layers: a bottom layer of orange-colored cooked rice mixed with pieces of cooked chicken, red and green bell pepper slices, and visible bits of sauce making the rice moist; a second layer of creamy melted cheese spread unevenly over the rice and chicken, with some cheese pooling slightly at the edges; and on top, more rice and chicken pieces mixed with sliced green and red bell peppers, all showing a glossy texture from the sauce. In the background, a black skillet with more of the same rice mixture is visible on a stovetop. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ yellow onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
1 green bell pepper, cut into strips
1 orange bell pepper, cut into strips
1 packet fajita seasoning
2 cups Minute Rice
2 cups chicken broth
8 ounces tomato sauce
Gordo’s cheese dip (for topping)

Instructions

Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and bell peppers, stirring occasionally, and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
Step 2: Add the diced chicken to the skillet and sprinkle the fajita seasoning over the top. Cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Step 3: Stir in the rice, tomato sauce, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes.
Step 4: Turn off the heat and cover the skillet. Let the rice absorb the broth for a few minutes until tender.
Step 5: Spoon Gordo’s cheese dip over the top, then serve warm and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

Use Gordo’s cheese dip for an authentic Mexican restaurant flavor, or substitute with your favorite queso or melted cheese.
Adjust the fajita seasoning amount to your taste preference or use a homemade blend for a personalized touch.
Try adding sliced jalapeños or a squeeze of lime juice for extra zest.
Check your rice package for the correct broth to rice ratio in case you want to substitute Minute Rice with another kind.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat or microwave until warmed through. If the mixture feels dry after reheating, add a splash of chicken broth or water to loosen it.

How to Serve

The image shows a frying pan filled with cooked strips of chicken and thin slices of bell peppers in three colors: green, red, and orange. The chicken pieces are light golden brown with a slightly glossy, saucy coating, and the peppers have a soft, slightly shiny texture. The food is spread in a single, somewhat even layer inside the dark non-stick pan, with some small spatters of sauce on the pan surface. The pan sits on a stove with a granite-like countertop edge on the side. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of rice?

Yes. You can substitute Minute Rice with long grain white rice or brown rice, but be sure to adjust the cooking time and liquid amounts according to the rice package instructions.

What can I use if I don’t have Gordo’s cheese dip?

You can use any store-bought queso dip, shredded cheese melted on top, or even a mix of cream cheese and shredded cheddar to achieve a similar creamy, cheesy finish.