This is one of those homey, easy to prepare, delicious dinners I love for a midweek meal. Everyone in my family is happy when I serve this. It has lots of chunks of chicken, veggies and a mild yummy tomato sauce. I serve it over rice to make sure you can sop up any extra tomato sauce. This recipe is also really good for you. The chicken is cooked in the tomato sauce instead of being sauteed first so there is no extra oil. The veggies get all soft so your kids will hopefully eat them without even realizing they are in there(you could probably sneak extra in if you like). I think this is even better the next day if your lucky enough to have some left over. Next time your busy, but still need a quick and tasty meal, try this one out!
Quick Mexican Chicken
Ingredients
- 6 Chicken Breast Halves Boneless and Skinless
- 1 Medium Onion Diced
- 1 Sweet Red Pepper Chopped
- 1 Medium Russet Potato Diced
- 2 15 Ounce Canned Tomato Sauce
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Oregano
- 1/4 Teaspoon Sugar
- 2 Teaspoons Salt
- 1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 Optional **Canned Chipotle in Adobo
- 1/2 Cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped
- Cooked Rice
Instructions
- In a large saucepan add all ingredients. Bring to a simmer and continue to cook over medium-low heat until chicken is cooked through and potato is soft. Serve over cooked rice
- **NOTE: I cut one pepper in half and use in this recipe. You can add more if you like the heat. Freeze the extras from the can in little snack ziplocs and store in the freezer.
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Mimi says
Lots of flavor and easy to make, perfect for me.
Mimi
Biren says
This is so easy to prepare and perfect for midweek meal when we need a quick fix after a long day 🙂
Raina says
That looks so good. Just what I need simple and delicious. My kids love mexican flavors. Thanks!
Sippity Sup says
A few chipotles in something like this makes all the difference! GREG
Rebecca says
Oooh I was waiting for the perfect recipe to use up a few extra chipotle peppers in adobo sauce that I have in my fridge! This looks great!
Barbara says
Wonderful recipe, Kathleen! I love it when they're so easy to put together on a busy night.
And it looks delicious!
Katy ~ says
Love those quick weekday meal recipes!
Seattle Pastry Girl says
Ohh this sounds so good,especially on such a rainy and cold day in Seattle !
Sandy
Catherine says
I love tex mex flavors. This dish looks incredibly delicious Kathleen! So yum!
Happy Monday!
Coleen's Recipes says
I've never cooked with chipotle, but I hear its extremely spicey…any recommendations for a hubby that thinks everythings too spicey?
Kim says
I am constantly craving meals like this where there is some saucy meat served over rice. I find these dishes so comforting, but they usually aren't healthy. I love that yours is healthy. Adding this recipe to my to-do list:D
Lyndsey says
I do like those midweek meals that are quick and tasty. This one hits the nail on the head! Perfect for my motto, quick, easy and tasty, and looks a lot harder!!
Mama Taylor says
I think I'll make this tonight! Sounds yummy.
biz319 says
Love Mexican food – this looks quick and easy for a weeknight meal!
Chris says
Yep, I'm down with these flavors. That'll be a great dish for during the week.
Bridgett says
I love mexican food and am always looking for an easy recipe to try at home. I will be trying yours! Looks yummy!
Ana Powell says
I just love this kind of recipes and I cook a very similar one.
Lucky family x
Chef E says
Oh you are soooooo right, I will want seconds!
Fresh Local and Best says
Oooh! Love the large chunks of chicken and thick smoky tomato sauce!
Jhonny walker says
good..quick meal..and looks so yummy too..comforting too..but nice cos no oil at all 🙂