Cilantro Lime Chicken with Cilantro Lime Sauce

This easy and healthy recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious meal. The cilantro lime chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the cilantro lime sauce and rice made in chicken stock add an extra burst of flavor. Plus, the Greek yogurt adds a creamy and healthy twist to this dish. 😋💪🏼

Ingredients:

- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 🍗

- 2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄

- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 🌿

- 1/4 cup lime juice 🍋

- 1/4 cup olive oil 🫒

- Salt and pepper 🧂

- 1 cup chicken stock 🍲

- 1 cup white rice 🍚

- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt 🍶

Directions:

1. In a small bowl, mix together garlic, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

2. Place chicken breasts in a dish and pour the cilantro lime mixture over the chicken, making sure to coat each breast.

3. Place chicken in a searing pan at medium heat until internal temperature is 165 F. (5-7 minutes)

4. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the rice. In a medium saucepan, bring chicken stock to a boil. Add rice and stir. Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Add in chopped cilantro and a dash of lime juice.

5. Once the chicken is cooked, remove from the pan and let rest for 3-5 minutes.

6. In a small bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, cilantro, and lime juice to make the cilantro lime sauce.

7. Serve the chicken over a bed of cilantro rice, and drizzle with the cilantro lime sauce. Enjoy!🤤

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