Cilantro Lime Chicken and Rice Recipe

Cilantro Lime Chicken and Rice is a flavorful recipe that is perfect for those crazy after-school nights when you have no idea how you will squeeze in dinner! Another reason this recipe is one of my favorites is because you get your main dish AND a side together! I mean how easy does that make dinner prep?

Course FOOD

Cuisine American

Keyword Chicken and Rice, Chicken Dinner, Chicken Recipes, Cilantro Lime Chicken

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 203kcal

Equipment

Skillet
cutting board
Knife

Ingredients

1 cup white Basmati Rice
1 cup Chicken broth
1 cup water
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 - 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 cup black beans rinsed
½ cup fresh cilantro chopped
2 limes
Salt to taste

Instructions

In a Medium skillet, place the rice, broth, water, and butter. Cover and cook for 17-20 minutes. If using a different rice, then cook according to your package directions. Depending on the type of rice being cooked, times can vary.
Once the rice is cooked, add the beans, cooked shredded chicken, cilantro, and the juice of 1-2 limes. Mix together. Depending on your taste, add more or less lime juice.
Salt to taste and serve.
Enjoy!

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