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You can easily transform those ingredients into a hearty and comforting chicken and tomato rice skillet.

Chicken and Tomato Skillet Rice

Name: Chicken And Tomato Skillet Rice
Ingredients: 1 cup cooked chicken (shredded or chopped); 1/2 onion (finely diced); 1 cup rice (cooked); 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices); 2 tbsp oil or butter; 1 tsp dried herbs (like oregano or Italian seasoning); Salt and pepper to taste

Home-style

2 servings, 25 minutes

Sources: Based on the standard regional method for pantry-staple rice dishes.

2 servings

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Make it step by step

6 steps · 14 min of timed cooking

Heat the **oil or butter** in a medium skillet over **medium heat**.
Add the **diced onion** and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until soft and translucent.⏱ 5 min
Stir in the **canned tomatoes** and **dried herbs**, cooking for 2 minutes to blend the flavors.⏱ 2 min
Add the **cooked chicken** and **cooked rice** to the pan, stirring gently to combine everything.
Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has mostly absorbed and the rice is **piping hot**.⏱ 7 min
Season with **salt and pepper** to taste before serving directly from the skillet.

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Chef’s tip · If your rice is very dry, add a **splash of water** or chicken broth to help loosen the mixture while it heats.

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