Description
One Pan Cilantro Lime Chicken and Rice is a vibrant, flavorful dish that brings the zest of lime and the freshness of cilantro right to your dinner table. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken simmered with spices and served on a bed of fluffy rice, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its bold flavors and colorful presentation, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Chop garlic and cilantro.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken breasts and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken and sauté minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Return chicken to the skillet.
- Stir in rice, chicken broth, and lime juice. Bring to a gentle boil; then reduce heat to low.
- Cover tightly and simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Sprinkle fresh cilantro over the top before serving; fluff gently with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 468
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg