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20-Minute Cilantro Chicken Seco with Rice

Peruvian-style braised chicken in a vibrant cilantro-lime sauce, served over white rice with a dollop of chili paste. One-skillet, weeknight-friendly, ready in 20 minutes.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
42g
20-Minute Cilantro Chicken Seco with Rice
freshsatisfyingperuvianchickentenderjuicyweeknightmain-dish

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Add diced onion and cook, stirring, until softened and fragrant, about 2 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Add chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until no pink remains, about 6 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in cilantro and lime juice. Cook until cilantro wilts and flavors blend, about 1 minute.

  5. Step 5

    Divide cooked rice between bowls, top with chicken seco, and add a spoonful of chili paste.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife

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