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Frango Grelhado with Green Rice & Lime

Brazilian grilled chicken with crispy skin, served alongside vibrant cilantro-garlic rice and a fresh lime wedge for squeezing. Complete weeknight dinner with minimal prep.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
42g
Frango Grelhado with Green Rice & Lime
casualsatisfyingbrazilianchickencrispyjuicytenderweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high until shimmering.

  3. Step 3

    Sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side without moving until skin is golden and internal temp reaches 165°F.

  4. Step 4

    Meanwhile, heat remaining 1 tbsp oil in a small pot over medium. Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.

  5. Step 5

    Stir in rice and toast 1 minute, then add 2 cups water and pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low.

  6. Step 6

    When chicken is cooked, transfer to a plate. Stir cilantro into cooked rice. Serve chicken alongside rice with lime wedges.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch grill pan or skillet
  • small pot with lid
  • instant-read thermometer

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