Best 10 Chicken Margarita Saffron Yellow Rice Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to savor the tantalizing flavors of Chicken Margarita with Saffron Yellow Rice, a dish that harmoniously blends the vibrant zest of tequila, the tanginess of lime, and the aromatic allure of saffron. This delectable main course promises an explosion of flavors, featuring tender chicken breasts marinated in a zesty blend of tequila, lime juice, and a medley of spices, then grilled to perfection. Accompanying this flavorful chicken is a vibrant saffron yellow rice, infused with the distinctive aroma and golden hue of saffron threads, offering a delightful contrast in both color and texture. The dish is further elevated with a refreshing margarita sauce, combining the classic flavors of tequila, lime, and orange liqueur, creating a tangy and aromatic drizzle that perfectly complements the chicken and rice. Additionally, the article provides a tantalizing Grilled Margarita Chicken Tacos recipe, a delightful fusion of grilled chicken marinated in a margarita-inspired marinade, served on warm tortillas with a zesty cabbage slaw and a creamy avocado sauce. For those seeking a vegetarian option, the recipe for Margarita Tofu Tacos offers a flavorful twist, featuring marinated tofu grilled to perfection and served in soft tortillas with a vibrant cabbage slaw and a refreshing avocado sauce, all drizzled with a tangy margarita dressing.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

MARGARITA CHICKEN



Margarita Chicken image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 bone-in chicken breast halves
1 can (10 ounces) frozen margarita mix (recommended: Bacardi), thawed
2/3 cup tequila
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons chicken seasoning (recommended: McCormick's Grill Mates)

Steps:

  • Rinse the chicken breasts and pat dry; set aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Place the chicken and marinade in large resealable plastic bag. Squeeze out the air and seal. Let marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours.
  • Set up the grill for direct cooking over medium heat and oil grate when ready to start cooking. Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Place chicken on hot oiled grill and cook 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until done.
  • INDOOR: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare chicken breasts as directed. Roast chicken breasts in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes.

YELLOW RICE WITH CHICKEN



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Yellow Rice With Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pkgs Mahatma® Yellow Seasoned Rice
1 Tbsp olive oil
¼ cup shallot, minced
8 oz boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
½ cup frozen peas and carrots
½ cup frozen corn
¼ cup parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • With sautéed shallots, peas, and carrots - the ingredient list alone makes this Yellow Rice with Chicken as easy to make as it is to shop for. With the addition of a few everyday ingredients, like fresh parsley and chicken breast, the only thing you'll need to prep ahead of time is the dinner table, as this recipe will be done in no time! Step 1
  • Prepare rice according to package directions. Step 2
  • Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Sauté shallots for 2 minutes. Step 3
  • Add chicken and sauté until it is no longer pink, for about 5-10 minutes. Step 4
  • Add peas, carrots, corn, and parsley. Sauté for 1 minute or until the desired temperature is reached. Step 5
  • When cooked through, fold mixture into prepared rice and get prepared to enjoy!

EASY ONE POT CHICKEN AND SAFFRON RICE



Easy One Pot Chicken and Saffron Rice image

A great one-pot rice dish that can still be served up a few days later, perfect for leftovers

Provided by Erren Hart

Categories     Main

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
saffron threads (a good-sized pinch)
2-3 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion (chopped)
2 celery stalks (finely chopped)
1 Cup leftover or cooked chicken (cut into bite-sized pieces)
2 Cups Converted (parboiled) white rice
A handful of flatleaf parsley (chopped)
Salt and Pepper

Steps:

  • Bring stock to a simmer in a saucepan; add the saffron and leave to infuse.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat and sweat the onion and celery until softened but not colored.
  • Add the rice stir until it's coated with the oil.
  • Add the stock and bring to a boil. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Reduce the heat, stir and leave to cook covered for 15 - 20 minutes until the rice is Al dente and the liquid is absorbed.
  • Fluff the rice.
  • Stir in the chicken and parsley and allow it to warm through the heat of the rice.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502 kcal, Carbohydrate 85 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 429 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY CHICKEN AND YELLOW RICE



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Easy to make chicken and yellow rice, served just like at your local Spanish restaurant.

Provided by Noty661

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 ½ cups water
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 green bell pepper, diced
¼ cup olive oil
1 (16 ounce) package yellow rice
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 pinch poultry seasoning, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Bring water and chicken bouillon to a boil in a large skillet. Add chicken breasts and bell pepper; simmer over medium heat until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 20 minutes. Remove chicken and pour remaining broth into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Stir rice, plus the included seasoning packet, and olive oil into broth. Arrange chicken breast over rice and season with black pepper and poultry seasoning.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 45 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.9 calories, Carbohydrate 58.6 g, Cholesterol 44.9 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 1205.4 mg, Sugar 2 g

SAFFRON RICE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion and cook, stirring, until softened, 4 minutes. Stir in 2 cups basmati rice, 2 teaspoons kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads. Add 1 1/2 cups each water and low-sodium chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, cover and cook until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, 15 minutes. Let sit, covered, 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped cilantro and 2 sliced scallions.

SAFFRON YELLOW RICE MIX



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My family loves Mahatma's Saffron Yellow rice, but I don't love the sodium content! This is close enough that my family doesn't know the difference, but I do... oh well, I shall perfect it in time.

Provided by TattooedMamaof2

Categories     Rice

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup rice
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3 saffron strands, ground
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Combine everything and store in an airtight container.
  • TO PREPARE:.
  • In a saucepan; combine the rice mix, 2 cups of water and 1 t. oil. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring frequently.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes or until rice is done.

MARGARITA CHICKEN



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Marinated in flavors of garlic and lime, this tangy margarita chicken is ready to go whenever the coals are hot! Serve with roasted corn on the cob and lemonade. -Kelly Bruneman, Cedar Park, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (12 ounces) frozen nonalcoholic margarita mix, thawed
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine margarita mix, lime juice and garlic. Pour 1 cup marinade into a shallow dish. Add chicken; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., Drain and discard marinade from chicken. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Place chicken on oiled grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 165°, 5-7 minutes on each side, basting frequently with reserved marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 230mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

YELLOW RICE



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An easy Yellow Rice recipe. Turmeric gives this rice its vivid color.

Categories     Rice     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Shallot     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chopped shallot
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 1/2 cups jasmine rice or basmati rice, well rinsed
2 1/4 cups low-salt chicken broth
1 teaspoon (scant) salt
1/2 teaspoon (scant) turmeric

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add shallot and garlic; saute until just beginning to brown, about 2 minutes. Add rice, broth, salt, and turmeric. Bring rice to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 18 minutes.

MARGHERITA CHICKEN



Margherita Chicken image

Fresh basil gets all the respect in this super supper-even forks will stand at attention when it hits the table. -Judy Armstrong, Prairieville, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/2 cup reduced-fat balsamic vinaigrette
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup marinara sauce
16 fresh basil leaves
2 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced lengthwise
1 cup frozen artichoke hearts, thawed and chopped
3 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. In a large bowl, combine vinaigrette and garlic. Add chicken; turn to coat. Cover; refrigerate 30 minutes. Drain and discard marinade. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper., On a lightly greased grill rack, grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 5 minutes. Turn; top with marinara, basil, tomatoes, artichokes, onions and cheese. Cover and cook until chicken is no longer pink and cheese is melted, 5-6 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 606mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 38g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEST GRILLED MARGARITA CHICKEN... EVER!



Best Grilled Margarita Chicken... Ever! image

You've tried the rest now try the best!

Provided by CHEFBIGB

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 5h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

⅔ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons coarse black pepper
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion salt
½ cup margarita mix
¼ cup lime juice
¼ cup orange juice
3 tablespoons tequila
3 tablespoons triple sec
2 tablespoons honey
1 cup light olive oil
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Place cilantro, pepper, garlic powder, and onion salt in the bowl of a blender. Pour in margarita mix, lime juice, orange juice, tequila, triple sec, and honey. Puree on high speed until smooth, then reduce speed to medium-low, and slowly add the olive oil; blend until creamy. Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or glass bowl; pour marinade overtop and toss to coat. Refrigerate for 5 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil grate.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade, shake off excess, and discard remaining marinade. Grill the chicken until tender and juices run clear, approximately 7 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Cholesterol 67.1 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 681 mg, Sugar 14.3 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken. For best results, use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. Chicken breasts will cook faster, but chicken thighs are more flavorful.
  • Marinate the chicken. The marinade will help to flavor and tenderize the chicken. Be sure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • Use fresh ingredients. Fresh ingredients will give your dish the best flavor. If you can, use fresh cilantro, lime juice, and tomatoes.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Overcooked chicken is dry and tough. Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve immediately. Chicken margarita is best served immediately after it is cooked. The rice will also be best if it is served immediately.

Conclusion:

Chicken margarita is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the rice is fluffy and flavorful. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table. If you are looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, give chicken margarita a try. You won't be disappointed.

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