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Citrusy Garlic Chicken and Rice

Main Dishes · 20 minutes

Citrusy Garlic Chicken and Rice

By Frida Sofia20 min totalServes 4 servings

Here’s a simple dinner idea that will be ready in 20 minutes, and actually taste good! Citrus garlic chicken, jasmine rice, mango pineapple pico. that’s it.

Why You'll Love This

  • Ready in 30 min!
  • Just a handful of ingredients
  • Perfect for a weeknight dinner

Ingredients

Chicken Thighs

I used chicken thighs for these because they are so flavorful, but you can also swap for chicken breast if you prefer or if that's what you have on hand!

Cuban-style citrusy garlic seasoning blend

If you need to you can replace this for a mix of garlic powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and a big squeeze of lime.

Pineapple Pico de Gallo Salsa

This is so flavorful! If you don't have this on hand you can also use regular pico, and maybe even stir in some diced fresh pineapple.

Storage

Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 3-4 days in an airtight container.

Citrusy Garlic Chicken and Rice

PREP

20 min

COOK

20 min

TOTAL

4 servings

SERVINGS

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook rice according to package instructions. Keep warm once done. Add the citrusy seasoning blend to the rice and mix to combine.

  2. 2

    Pat chicken thighs dry and season all over with the garlic powder seasoning, and salt.

  3. 3

    Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and brown on each side for a couple of minutes, until cooked through.

  4. 4

    Remove from pan and serve over rice, topped with the mango pineapple pico.

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