Tex Mex Chicken And Rice

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An unlikely yet delicious mix of two of our favorite recipes. My take on spanish rice, and my husband's favorite dish ever, his mother's tuna noodle casserole (kind of)

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Steps

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In a medium sauce pot , saute green peppers , onion , and jalapenos until onions begin to become translucent.

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Add chicken broth and tomatoes with green chilies to pot and raise heat.

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Bring liquid to a boil and add rice , cumin , salt and pepper.

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Cover and remove from heat.

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Let rest for 5-6 mins until liquid is absorbed.

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Mix cilantro into finished rice.

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Season chicken with salt and pepper and begin cooking over med-high heat in nonstick pan.

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Use a very small amount of cooking oil if needed.

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When chicken is just under , add chili powder and cumin.

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Lower heat and add condencsed soup.

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Stir in millk and cheese when mixture is warm , mix until cheese is melted.

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If needed , add more milk to make sauce more creamy.

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Assemble casserole: spread finished rice onto bottom of large casserole dish.

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Sprinkle bacon bits on top of rice.

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Add saucy chicken mixture on top of rice and bacon.

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Cook in preheated 450 degree oven for 20-25 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

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Serve with warm flour .

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Ingredients

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green bell pepper, sweet onion, jalapenos, minute rice, chicken broth, diced tomatoes with green chilies, cumin, salt and pepper, cilantro, cooking oil, chicken breast, cream of chicken soup, cheddar cheese, milk, chili powder, bacon bits