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Salsa Chicken with Cilantro Lime Rice

Course Main Course
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp oil more as needed while cooking
  • 1 package chicken thighs
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 jars salsa
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 tbsp lime juice more or less as desired
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped more or less as needed

Instructions
 

  • Place a deep skillet over medium low heat and coat the pan in olive oil
  • place chicken thighs in one layer in the pan
  • season chicken thighs by sprinkling cumin, paprika, cayenne, and garlic powder evenly over all pieces
  • allow the chicken to cook, turning once, so it is browned on each side
  • once chicken is brown, add the salsa to the pan. Cover and let simmer until chicken is cooked through (about 20 mins)
  • cook the rice by adding dry rice to a medium pot, adding 2 cups liquid (water or broth), bringing it to a boil and allowing to simmer covered until tender.
  • add lime juice and chopped cilantro to rice
  • serve chicken and rice together with any veggies you choose