Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsCabos Cantina & Grill 2New Chicken And Rice Recipe

New Chicken And Rice Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Grilled marinated chicken strips over a bed or rice topped with cheese dip sauce.

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Ingredients

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Marinated Chicken

Rice

Cheese Dip Sauce

Method

Marinating the Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a bowl, mix olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, salt, and lemon juice.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Chicken

    Cut the chicken breasts into strips and add them to the marinade. Ensure all pieces are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for better flavor.

Cooking the Rice

  1. 3

    Prepare the Rice

    In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of long-grain white rice, 2 cups of water, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt.

  2. 4

    Cook the Rice

    Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for another 5 minutes.

Making the Cheese Dip Sauce

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a saucepan over low heat, combine shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and milk. Stir continuously until melted and smooth.

  2. 6

    Add Flavor

    Stir in diced jalapeños, garlic powder, and salt to taste. Keep warm over low heat, stirring occasionally.

Grilling the Chicken

  1. 7

    Grill the Chicken

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken strips from the marinade and grill them for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Assembling the Dish

  1. 8

    Serve

    Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and plate it as a base. Top with grilled chicken strips and drizzle generously with cheese dip sauce. Serve immediately.

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