Peruvian Green Cilantro Rice with Chicken
Peruvian Green Cilantro Rice with Chicken brings fragrant cilantro and warm cumin together for a vibrant, herb-forward rice dotted with peas and carrots. Tender chicken adds savory depth, while garlic and pepper round out each bite. Serve it for a comforting weeknight dinner or a casual gathering when you want bold color and fresh, balanced flavor.
- Prep15 min
- Cook20 min
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Put the chicken in a large saucepan and add enough water to cover, about 3 cups. Bring to a boil and cook for about fifteen minutes, or until the chicken is done. Dice the chicken and save the cooking liquid.
- 2
In a food processor or blender, blend the cilantro with 1/2 cup water until smooth.
- 3
Heat the oil in a saucepan and cook the garlic until lightly browned. Add 2 cups of the cooking liquid and stir in the cilantro puree, diced chicken, carrots, peas, cumin, and rice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer, then cover; cook on low heat until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Calories 245.58 kcal Moderate
- Protein 21.37 g Good Source
- Carbs 31.16 g Moderate
- Total Fat 3.99 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.36 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 46.91 mg Moderate
- Sodium 47.26 mg Low Source
- Fiber 1.24 g Low Source
- Sugar 1.28 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.83 g Low Source
- Calcium 46.11 mg Low Source
- Iron 3.16 mg Moderate
- Potassium 115.1 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 39.99 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 5.83 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
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