Cilantro Lime Chicken Rice Bowls
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5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Marinating Time
15 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
612 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Cilantro Lime Chicken Rice Bowls
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This super easy, cilantro lime chicken and rice bowl recipe is bursting with the brightest and freshest flavors possible. Boneless skinless chicken breasts are cooked until juicy and served atop a fluffy bed of lime-infused rice and tomatoes. This cilantro chicken rice is perfect for a simple dinner at home!
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Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts cut in half; lengthwise
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- kosher sea salt to taste
- Kosher black pepper to taste
- 3 limes divided
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups basmati rice
- ½ bunch cilantro chopped and divided
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes chopped
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Instructions
- Place the chicken in a ziploc bag together with the olive oil, garlic, cumin, salt, pepper, and juice of 1 lime. Allow it to marinate for 15-20 min over the counter.
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 3-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Set aside and allow it to sit for 10 minutes, then slice.
- Add the chicken stock to the skillet and bring to a boil. Scrape the bottom of the skillet to deglaze the pan.
- Stir in the juice of the remaining 2 limes and the rice. Reduce the heat and cook for 10 minutes.
- Once all the water was absorbed, remove from heat, and allow the rice to steam, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped cilantro and top with the sliced chicken and cherry tomatoes.
Notes
- Instead of chicken, feel free to use fish, shrimp, or beef.
- Cauliflower rice will work in place of regular rice.
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- Make the chicken spicy by adding red chili flakes.
- Be sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
612kcal
(31%)
Carbohydrates
90g
(30%)
Protein
38g
(76%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
80mg
(27%)
Sodium
486mg
(20%)
Potassium
935mg
(27%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
322IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
26mg
(29%)
Calcium
70mg
(7%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 612 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 612kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 90g | 30% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 80mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 486mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 935mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 322IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 26mg | 29% |
| Calcium | 70mg | 7% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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