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Fajita Chicken And Rice Dinner

Category: Under 1.5 hours

Prep Time:

30 minutes

Cook Time:

55 minutes

Serves:

4 servings

Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup Private Selection Italian extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons agave nectar
  • 4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 3 teaspoons ground cumin, divided
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 small yellow onion, sliced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and sliced
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper, seeded and sliced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
  • 1½ cups chicken stock
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Lime wedges, for garnish
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Directions:

  • 1.

    In a shallow dish or medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, agave, 1 teaspoon of salt, the oregano, chili powder, and 2 teaspoons of cumin. Add the chicken and toss to coat well. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours.

  • 2.

    Preheat the oven to 400˚F (200˚C).

  • 3.

    Remove the chicken from the marinade and place in a large oven-safe pot over medium-high heat, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Cook for 3 minutes, or until golden brown, then flip and repeat on the other side. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.

  • 4.

    Add the onion and bell peppers to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until starting to soften.

  • 5.

    Add the rice and chicken stock. Season with the remaining teaspoon of cumin, the pepper, and remaining 2 teaspoons of salt. Bring to a boil, then return the chicken thighs to the pot.

  • 6.

    Cover with a lid and transfer to the oven until the rice is tender, about 45 minutes.

  • 7.

    Garnish with a squeeze of lime juice and cilantro.

  • 8.

    Enjoy!

Fajita Chicken And Rice Dinner
NutritionsQuantity
Calories:548kCal
Carbohydrates:73 g
Fat:14 g
Fiber:4 g
Protein:36 g
Sugar:15 g

*per 100g of serving

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