Description
One Pan Cilantro Lime Chicken and Rice is a vibrant, one-pot meal that marries tender chicken with aromatic rice and zesty lime. This easy, flavorful recipe elevates everyday ingredients into a restaurant-quality dish, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its stunning presentation and mouthwatering aroma, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 limes, juiced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and gather ingredients.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper; heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until browned.
- Remove chicken temporarily; sauté garlic for one minute until fragrant.
- Stir in rice and cook for two minutes; add chicken broth, soy sauce, and lime juice. Bring to a simmer.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the rice mixture. Cover with a lid or foil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Garnish with cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg