Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsEl Minuto CafeEl Minuto Deluxe Recipe

El Minuto Deluxe Recipe

Inspired by El Minuto Cafe
Time1h
Serves4

Served with Rice & Beans

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Ingredients

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Main Dish

Rice

Method

Main Dish Preparation

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Add the chicken breasts and coat them well. Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chicken

    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken breasts. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Rice Preparation

  1. 3

    Prepare the Rice

    In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of white rice and 0.5 tsp of salt. Stir, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 18-20 minutes until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Beans Preparation

  1. 4

    Heat the Beans

    In a saucepan, add the canned black beans (drained and rinsed), diced onion, minced garlic, cumin, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through and the onions are tender, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 5

    Add Cilantro

    Once the beans are heated, stir in the chopped cilantro and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.

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