Hey y’all! If you’re lookin’ for something to spice up your dinner table, I got a real treat for you—Cilantro Lime Chicken Fried Rice! This dish is not just packed with flavor, but it’s also quick and easy to whip up. Perfect for any night when you want some home-cooked goodness without all the fuss. Let’s get into it!
Cilantro Lime Chicken Fried Rice
This Cilantro Lime Chicken Fried Rice is a delightful combination of fresh cilantro, zesty lime, and just the right amount of chicken to make your taste buds dance.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (like peas and carrots)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- First things first, heat that olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once it’s hot, throw in those diced chicken breasts and cook until they’re golden brown and cooked through, around 5-6 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Next, add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Toss in the mixed vegetables and stir-fry everything together for another 3-4 minutes until the veggies are tender.
- Now, it’s time to add that cooked jasmine rice—make sure it’s day-old, y’all, it helps to keep the rice from getting mushy. Stir it well into the mix, breaking up any clumps.
- Pour in the soy sauce and lime juice. Stir everything together thoroughly, making sure the rice gets a nice soak of those flavors.
- Finally, add in the fresh cilantro, combine everything for another minute, and taste—feel free to adjust the seasoning if you need to.
- Serve this flavorful dish hot and watch everyone come back for seconds!
This Cilantro Lime Chicken Fried Rice is not only delicious but also a celebration of flavors that’s sure to fill up the whole family. So grab your ingredients and let’s get cooking!
