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Everyone Will Love This One-Pan Chili-Lime Chicken and Rice


Ingredients:

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup lime juice

Instructions:

  1. Heat the pan: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Cook the chicken: Add the chicken and cook until browned on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. Sauté vegetables: Add the onion and garlic to the pan and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add spices: Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add rice and broth: Stir in the rice, chicken broth, and lime juice. Bring to a boil.
  6. Simmer and cook: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
  7. Return chicken: Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss to coat.
  8. Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro or lime wedges, if desired.

Enjoy your delicious and convenient one-pan chili-lime chicken and rice!

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