Skillet Mexican Chicken Queso and Rice

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Job 3:25-26

    [25] For the thing that I fear comes upon me,

        and what I dread befalls me. 

    [26] I am not at ease, nor am I quiet;

        I have no rest, but trouble comes.”

 

 

 

6-8 boneless skinless chicken thighs ( cut into 1 inch chunks 

Dry marinade

1 t chili powder 

1 t Smoked paprika 

1 t garlic granules 

1 t onion powder 

1 t toasted cumin powder

1/2 t oregano 

1 T salt

1/2 t black pepper 

Season pieces of thighs

Refrigerate 45 minutes 

Sticky rice

Queso

1 4 oz can hatch chilies

1/2 c half and half

1/2 c spreadable cream cheese 

1-1/2 shredded pepper jack

1/2 c white American 

Make and set aside and keep warm

Add 2 T of olive oil to large skillet 

Heat, add thighs 

Cook 3-4 minutes on each side

Remove to plate

Wipe out skillet with paper towels

Turn to simmer 

Add Queso ingredients 

Melt cheese 

Adjust half and half amount to desired thickness 

To serve

Rice

Chicken thighs 

Queso

Sprinkle with fresh or jarred salsa