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 mins
- Cook20 mins
- 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 244.88 kcal Moderate
- Protein 21.27 g Good Source
- Carbs 31.02 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 1.61 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 5.66 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 🧄
About This Recipe
Peruvian Green Cilantro Rice with Chicken is a Peruvian dinner recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chicken Breast, Diced Carrots, Fresh Cilantro, and Green Peas. Each serving provides about 244.88 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Peruvian Green Cilantro Rice with Chicken?
- It is a Peruvian recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Peruvian Green Cilantro Rice with Chicken made of?
- The main ingredients are Chicken Breast, Diced Carrots, Fresh Cilantro, Green Peas, Ground Cumin. The full list of 10 is above.
- What goes well with Peruvian Green Cilantro Rice with Chicken?
- Explore these Peruvian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Peruvian Green Cilantro Rice with Chicken?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 244.88 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Peruvian Green Cilantro Rice with Chicken easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 3 steps.
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