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Fiesta Chicken and Rice

Fiesta Chicken and Rice prepared dish

Fiesta chicken and rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and seasoned rice. This one-pot meal is perfect for a family dinner or a festive gathering, offering a delightful blend of spices and textures. Serve it with fresh cilantro and lime for an extra burst of flavor!

This recipe is dinner, scaled for 6 servings, with 15 min prep and 30 min cook.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 30 min · Total: 45 min · Serves: 6

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include chicken broth, garlic, corn, chili powder.
  • Follow all 7 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup corn (frozen)
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup bell pepper (chopped)
  • 600 g chicken breast (diced)
  • 1.5 cups long-grain rice
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 0.5 cup cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 medium lime (juiced)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken breast and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic, cooking until the vegetables are softened.
  4. Add the rice, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet.
  6. Simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid.
  7. Stir in the frozen corn and chopped cilantro, and squeeze lime juice over the top before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 410
  • Protein: 36 g
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Carbohydrates: 49 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 720 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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