Chili Lime Chicken and Rice

Tender chicken, flavorful rice, and a zesty chili lime twist come together in this recipe for One Pan Chili Lime Chicken and Rice, which is a tasty and simple dinner. It's ideal for a simple dinner on a weeknight.

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Juice of 2 limes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
• Lime wedges for garnish

Instructions:

Heat the olive oil in a big skillet over medium-high heat

Add salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, and chili powder to chicken breasts for seasoning

When the chicken is cooked through and the center is no longer pink, add it to the skillet and cook it for five to six minutes on each side

Take out and place aside the chicken from the skillet

Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for one minute, or until fragrant

Add the rice and cook, stirring frequently, for two to three minutes, or until the rice is lightly toasted

Add half of the chopped cilantro, lime juice, and chicken broth

Mix everything together

Place the cooked chicken back into the skillet over the rice mixture

Over the chicken and rice, scatter the diced tomatoes, bell pepper, and red onion

Put a lid on the skillet and turn the heat down to low

Simmer until the rice is soft and has absorbed the liquid, about 18 to 20 minutes

If desired, top with shredded cheddar cheese and place the lid on to melt the cheese for an extra two minutes

Before serving, garnish with the remaining cilantro and lime wedges

Enjoy while hot!