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Dinner · One pot · Dairy-free
Fajita Chicken and Rice Dinner
Golden chicken, colourful peppers, and rice that soaks up every bit of that lime-spiked flavour.
1 hr 45 min4 servings
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- ¼ cup olive oil
- 4 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp agave nectar
- 4 tsp kosher salt, divided
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 3 tsp ground cumin, divided
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 small yellow onion, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
- 1 ½ cups chicken stock
- 1 tsp black pepper
- Lime wedges and cilantro, to serve
How to make Fajita Chicken and Rice Dinner
Timing details
Estimated total, including at least 30 minutes to marinate.
- 01
Combine oil, lime juice, agave, 1 teaspoon salt, oregano, chili powder and 2 teaspoons cumin. Coat the chicken and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- 02
Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Brown the drained chicken in an oven-safe pot over medium-high heat, about 3 minutes per side. Set aside.
- 03
Soften the onion and peppers in the pot for 2–3 minutes. Stir in rice, stock, pepper and the remaining salt and cumin.
- 04
Bring to a boil, return chicken to the pot, cover and bake for about 45 minutes, until the rice is tender and the thickest part of each chicken piece reaches 74°C (165°F), away from bone.
- 05
Finish with lime and cilantro.
Cooking & storage
Check the thickest part of each piece with a food thermometer, away from bone. Poultry pieces should reach 74°C (165°F). Colour alone does not establish doneness. Health Canada cooking temperatures
Use the recipe’s specific storage directions when provided. Read the food storage guide for chilling and reheating food, and the measures guide before changing portions or ingredients.
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