Chili Lime Chicken & Rice (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Protein
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6 chicken thighs (skinless and boneless) or 4 thin chicken breasts
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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3 teaspoons chili powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne
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1 teaspoon sea salt
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
→ Other Ingredients
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Juice of one lime (keep extras for serving)
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2 tablespoons cooking oil
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Fresh cilantro for garnish
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2 1/4 cups chicken stock
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1 cup dry white rice
# Instructions:
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Mix together paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Rub half onto chicken, keeping the rest aside.
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Warm oil in a pan on medium. Cook chicken until browned on both sides, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Take it out of the pan.
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Pour the lime juice, uncooked rice, leftover seasoning, and chicken stock into the pan. Stir well, then place the chicken on top.
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Cover the pan and leave it cooking for 20-25 minutes, letting the liquid soak in. Fluff up the rice and sprinkle cilantro and lime on top before serving.
# Notes:
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Both chicken breasts or thighs work for this dish.
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Last edited on November 13, 2019.