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Plated chicken with cilantro lime rice served with avocado and corn.

Healthy And Easy Chicken With Cilantro Lime Rice

Chicken with cilantro lime rice made easy! Fresh, zesty rice bowls perfect for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, easy dinner, family dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 388 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet or rice skillet
  • Medium saucepan (to cook rice)
  • Large bowl
  • Sharp knife + cutting board
  • Measuring cups
  • Optional: food processor for sauces

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 package Siete chicken fajita seasoning
  • 1.5 cups white dry rice
  • 1 avocado
  • 1 12 oz package frozen fire roasted corn
  • 1 lime
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Season the Chicken - Slice your chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes. In a large bowl, toss with the fajita seasoning until evenly coated.
  • Prep the Fresh Ingredients - Chop the fresh cilantro, zest and halve the lime, and slice the avocado.
  • Cook the Rice- Cook rice according to package instructions using the recommended cups of water. Salt generously.(For extra flavor, swap some water for chicken stock next time.)
  • Cook the Chicken-Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook 2–3 minutes per side. Cook until browned and the chicken cooks through to an internal temperature of 165°F. If needed, raise to high heat briefly for extra browning. Remove from heat.
  • Heat the Corn-Warm fire-roasted corn in a pan over medium heat or microwave until heated through.
  • Make the Cilantro Lime Rice- Once the rice is done, fluff with a fork. Stir in juice from 1 lime and chopped cilantro. Mix until fully combined. Taste and add extra lime zest or black pepper if desired.
  • Assemble- Spoon rice into bowls. Add chicken on top of the rice, then corn and avocado. Drizzle with hot sauce or a dollop of sour cream if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

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Nutrition

Calories: 388kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 39gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 109mgSodium: 202mgPotassium: 914mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 167IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Chicken with cilantro lime rice
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