Best 4 Chicken And Rice With Cumin And Cilantro Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with this delightful Chicken and Rice with Cumin and Cilantro recipe, where aromatic cumin and vibrant cilantro dance together to create a symphony of flavors. This dish is a harmonious blend of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a medley of spices that will tantalize your taste buds. Let's venture into the world of flavors with three irresistible variations:

1. **Classic Chicken and Rice with Cumin and Cilantro**: Experience the timeless flavors of this classic recipe, where succulent chicken and fluffy rice are lovingly seasoned with cumin, cilantro, and a hint of lime. This dish is a comforting and flavorful choice for any occasion.

2. **One-Pot Chicken and Rice with Cumin and Cilantro**: Embrace the convenience of a one-pot meal with this hassle-free recipe. Simply toss all the ingredients into a single pot, let the flavors meld together, and you'll have a delicious meal ready in no time.

3. **Chicken and Rice Soup with Cumin and Cilantro**: Transform the classic chicken and rice dish into a heartwarming soup. This comforting soup is perfect for chilly days, packed with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a flavorful broth infused with cumin, cilantro, and a touch of lemon.

Whichever recipe you choose, you'll be treated to a delightful and satisfying meal that showcases the perfect balance of flavors. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together!

Let's cook with our recipes!

ONE-POT CILANTRO LIME CHICKEN THIGHS AND RICE



One-Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs and Rice image

Chicken thighs are marinated with cilantro and lime before baking with a savory rice in this delicious one-pot meal.

Provided by fabeveryday

Categories     Chicken Thighs

Time 3h15m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 18

¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 (4 ounce) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 ½ cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ¼ cups water
1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
1 ½ tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 ½ teaspoons lime zest

Steps:

  • Combine cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl or plastic storage container. Add chicken and coat well in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, turning chicken occasionally.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Remove chicken thighs from the marinade, rubbing garlic onto both sides of the chicken. Add chicken to the hot oil and cook until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Turn off burner and transfer chicken to a plate; set aside.
  • Pour chicken stock and water into the Dutch oven, scraping the bottom of the pot with a wooden or plastic spoon to loosen any browned bits. Stir in rice, lime juice, and salt. Place chicken on top of the rice and cover with a lid.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Uncover and remove chicken to a plate using tongs. Stir rice from bottom to top then place the chicken back on top of the rice.
  • Return to the oven and cook, uncovered, until all the liquid is absorbed, and the rice is soft, 15 to 18 more minutes.
  • Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and stir 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro and 1 1/2 teaspoons lime zest into the rice. Fluff with a fork and serve with the chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527.8 calories, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 96 mg, Fat 26.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 889.1 mg

SKILLET CHICKEN WITH CUMIN, PAPRIKA AND MINT



Skillet Chicken With Cumin, Paprika and Mint image

Chicken shawarma, a rotisserie favorite heady with spice and flavor, is usually cooked on a spit, then shaved into sandwiches and salads. But it also belongs on a bed of rice, cooked in a pan for a filling family meal that's easy to return to again and again. White rice does a fine job rounding out this meal, and cooks quickly. But, if brown rice is more your speed, look for the sprouted short-grain variety, which cooks faster than regular brown rice and reaches al dente just as the chicken begins to split into tender morsels. (To cook the rice even faster, soak it while you marinate the chicken.) Cooking this on the stove yields crisp rice bits along the bottom of the pan, especially nice against the tender, flavorful chicken. Since even the best shawarma is only as good as its bright flavors, be generous with mint, parsley, yogurt and lime: the more, the better.

Provided by Sarah Copeland

Categories     dinner, poultry, main course

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 lemons, juiced
1/3 cup olive oil
6 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 1/2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 4)
1 yellow onion, peeled and chopped
1 1/2 cups long-grain white or sprouted short-grain brown rice
2 3/4 cups boiling water
1 cinnamon stick
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint, for serving
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for serving
Plain yogurt, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the lemon juice, 1/4 cup of the olive oil, the garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, cumin, paprika and turmeric in a large resealable plastic bag along with the chicken pieces. Seal and shake the bag to coat chicken and distribute the spices evenly. Set aside for 30 minutes, or refrigerate up to overnight.
  • Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting the excess drip off, and cook until lightly golden, about 4 minutes per side. Remove to a plate.
  • Add the onion to the pan, and stir to coat. Decrease heat to medium and cook until softening, about 5 minutes. Add the rice and remaining salt, and stir to coat. Add the boiling water; stir, cover and cook until the liquid is partly absorbed, 10 minutes. Stir in the cinnamon stick and raisins, top with the chicken thighs and their juices, and continue cooking, covered, over medium heat, until the rice is al dente and the chicken is completely tender, about 25 minutes more.
  • Remove from the heat and scatter the mint and parsley all over the top. Serve warm, with yogurt and lime.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 887, UnsaturatedFat 34 grams, Carbohydrate 78 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 35 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 860 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams

QUICK CILANTRO CHICKEN



Quick Cilantro Chicken image

If you're a fan of cilantro, you'll definitely like this chicken dish. The cilantro adds herbal flavor, melding with the tangy lemon juice and caramelized onions. -Mary Pipkin, Melba, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 tablespoons butter, divided
2 large onions, sliced
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt, cumin and pepper. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the chicken in 2 tablespoons butter until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm. , In the same skillet, saute onions in remaining butter until tender and golden brown. Return chicken to the pan. Stir in lemon juice and cilantro; bring to a boil. If desired, serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 469mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

CILANTRO CHICKEN AND RICE



Cilantro Chicken and Rice image

I came up with this recipe to try and use an abundance of cilantro from my garden. It's easy and the whole meal is one pan.

Provided by JENNIFERK2

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

¼ cup olive oil
8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 medium onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chicken broth
1 (10 ounce) package yellow rice
1 (28 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers, drained
¾ cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Dredge chicken in flour to coat. Place chicken in the skillet, and cook just until browned on all sides; set aside.
  • Stir onion, bell pepper, and garlic into the skillet. Cook 5 minutes, until tender. Pour in chicken broth. Mix in the yellow rice, stewed tomatoes, pinto beans, black beans, corn, diced green chile peppers, and cilantro. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil. Return chicken to skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 30 minutes, until rice is tender and chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.8 calories, Carbohydrate 57.8 g, Cholesterol 60.9 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 30.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 1539.9 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for organic chicken, jasmine or basmati rice, and fresh herbs.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the chicken, make sure to give it enough space in the pan so that it can brown evenly. If you crowd the pan, the chicken will steam instead of brown.
  • Cook the rice properly: Be sure to cook the rice according to the package directions. Undercooked rice will be hard and chalky, while overcooked rice will be mushy.
  • Use a well-seasoned skillet: A well-seasoned skillet will help prevent the chicken and rice from sticking. If you don't have a well-seasoned skillet, you can season it by cooking a few tablespoons of oil in it over medium heat for a few minutes.
  • Add the spices at the right time: Adding the spices at the right time will help to bring out their flavor. Add the cumin and coriander to the chicken while it's cooking, and add the cilantro at the end.

Conclusion:

This chicken and rice dish is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of cumin, coriander, and cilantro gives the dish a flavorful and aromatic twist. Serve it with a side of yogurt or raita for a complete meal.

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