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Peruvian Chicken and Rice: A Flavorful Dinner Awaits!

A flavorful and hearty dish featuring tender chicken thighs cooked with aromatic spices and served over a bed of seasoned rice with vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, and turmeric. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Stir in the rice and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the rice to toast slightly.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. After 15 minutes, add the frozen peas and diced red bell pepper to the rice. Place the cooked chicken on top, cover again, and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lime juice and spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • You can substitute the chicken thighs with chicken breasts or even shrimp for a different protein option.

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