Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (or 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • juice of 1 lime (plus additional lime wedges for serving)
  • chopped cilantro for topping
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 2 1/4 cups chicken broth

Instruction

  • Stir together chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Season chicken with half of the seasoning mixture and set remaining seasoning aside.
  • Drizzle a pan with oil over and bring to medium heat. Cook chicken 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove from pan.
  • Add rice, remaining seasonings, chicken broth, and lime juice to pan and stir to combine. Return chicken to pan on top of the rice. Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes until liquid is dissolved.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork. Top with cilantro and squeeze fresh lime juice over the top. Serve immediately.