One Skillet Cheesy Salsa Chicken Rice Bake

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• 1-2 medium white onions, roughly chopped
• 1-1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1-2 medium red bell peppers, chopped
• Unspecified dry seasoning blend
• 1.5-2 cups long-grain white rice
• 0.5-1 cup broken angel hair pasta or spaghetti
• One 16-24 oz jar chunky red salsa
• One large can black beans, drained
• 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
• 1 large avocado, sliced
• Fresh cilantro, chopped
• Green onions (scallions), sliced
• Lime wedges
• Oil (for sautéing)
• Additional liquid (chicken broth or water)

1. 1Sauté chopped white onion in oil in a skillet.
2. 2Add chopped chicken pieces and red bell pepper to the skillet; season generously with dry spices.
3. 3Cook until chicken is browned and vegetables are softened.
4. 4Stir in long-grain white rice and broken angel hair pasta or spaghetti.
5. 5Pour chunky red salsa over the ingredients, adding additional liquid (chicken broth or water) to cover.
6. 6Stir in drained canned black beans.
7. 7Spread a generous layer of shredded cheese evenly over the top.
8. 8Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until cheese is super melty and golden brown, and rice is cooked.
9. 9Garnish with sliced avocado, chopped fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, and lime wedges before serving.

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