Tuesday Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the boneless chicken thighs with olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the chicken is well coated. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Chop Vegetables
While the chicken is marinating, chop the bell pepper and onion into bite-sized pieces.
- 3
Cook Rice
In a medium pot, add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Add rice, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 18 minutes or until rice is tender and water is absorbed.
Cooking
- 4
Sauté Vegetables
In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
- 5
Cook Chicken
Add the marinated chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- 6
Add Tomatoes
Pour the canned diced tomatoes into the skillet with chicken and vegetables. Stir well and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- 7
Garnish
Chop the fresh cilantro and sprinkle it on top of the chicken mixture. Remove from heat.
Serving
- 8
Plate the Dish
Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and serve it on plates. Top with the chicken and vegetable mixture.
- 9
Add Fresh Ingredients
Slice the lime and avocado. Garnish the plates with lime wedges and slices of avocado for extra flavor.