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chicken and rice with olives

(4 ratings)
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Recipe by
Daily Inspiration S
@DailyInspiration
Somewhere, TX

A delicious one-pot meal that will delight your taste buds. Makes a very pretty presentation as well.

(4 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 50 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For chicken and rice with olives

  • 1 lb
    boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2 inch wide strips
  • 1/4 c
    olive oil
  • 4
    garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp
    orange zest
  • 1 pkg
    8-oz. pkg. yellow rice mix with seasoning packet (measure water according to package instructions taking into account orange juice as part of cooking liquid)
  • 1/2 c
    orange juice
  • 1/2 c
    (packed) pimento-stuffed olives, halved
  • 1 c
    fresh cilantro, chopped
  • orange wedge to garnish

How To Make chicken and rice with olives

  • 1
    Sprinkle chicken lightly with salt and generously with freshly ground black pepper.
  • 2
    Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, garlic and zest; saute until chicken is lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
  • 3
    Add water and juice combination and bring to a boil. Mix in rice and seasoning packet and olives. Return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 20-30 minutes.
  • 4
    Remove from heat and let stand covered 10 minutes. Stir in cilantro and transfer to a platter. Garnish with orange wedges.
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