Fajitas with Fried Chicken and Rice
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp oil
- 4 boneless chicken thighs, cubed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/2 cup corn, cooked
- 1/2 cup pinto beans, cooked
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups Carolina® Basmati Rice
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3/4 cup Monterey jack cheese, shredded
- 2 limes, cut into wedges
Instructions
If you’re craving a classic Mexican comfort food, these Fried Chicken Fajitas will go down a treat!
Step 1
In a large frying pan with oil, sear the chicken and season with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Set aside. In the same pan, sauté the onions.
Step 3
When they start to become transparent, add the peppers and sauté for a few minutes. Add garlic, tomato paste, beans, corn, cumin, paprika, pepper, and salt to the pan.
Step 4
Mix and pour in the broth. When it starts to boil, add the rice.
Step 5
Cook for 16 minutes. Add the cheese, chicken, and cilantro to the pan.
Step 6
Stir well and cook for the 4 minutes. Add broth if necessary. Serve with more chopped cilantro and lime wedges.
