Description
Fluffy rice tossed with lime and cilantro, topped with seasoned chicken and crisp vegetables for a balanced and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast cut into bite size pieces
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 avocado diced
Instructions
- In a saucepan combine rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until rice is tender. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- Stir lime juice and chopped cilantro into the cooked rice and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Warm corn and black beans if desired.
- Assemble bowls with cilantro lime rice, cooked chicken, corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, and avocado.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Cook chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
- Add extra lime juice for a brighter flavor before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired