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Skillet Cumin Chicken and Rice Recipe
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Prep Time
10
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
20
minutes
minutes
Total Time
30
minutes
minutes
Servings
4
Ingredients
1
lb
boneless skinless chicken breasts
1
Tbsp
olive oil, divided
1/2
tsp
ground cumin
1/2
tsp
chili powder
1
cup
uncooked long grain white rice
1
small onion, diced
1
garlic clove, minced
1
cup
chicken broth
1/4
cup
water
Juice of 1 lime
Chopped cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
Season chicken all over with cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper.
Heat 1/2 Tbsp oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
Add remaining 1/2 Tbsp oil and onion to skillet. Cook 1 minute until softened. Add rice and garlic and cook 1 minute more.
Stir in chicken broth, water, lime juice and cooked chicken. Bring to a simmer, cover and cook for 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Garnish with cilantro before serving.