Peruvian Cilantro Rice
Description
My mom always makes this cilantro spiked green rice with chicken and vegetables recipe. It is delicious!
Ingredients
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2 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
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1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed
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1/2 cup water
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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1/4 cup frozen, chopped carrots
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1/4 cup frozen peas
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1 tablespoon cumin
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salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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1 cup uncooked white rice
Directions
1
Place the chicken into a large saucepan and fill with enough water to cover, about 3 cups. Bring to a boil and cook for about fifteen minutes, or until chicken is done. Dice chicken, and reserve cooking liquid.
2
In a food processor or blender, puree cilantro with 1/2 cup water.
3
Heat oil in a saucepan and cook garlic until lightly browned. Pour in 2 cups of the cooking liquid and stir in the cilantro puree, diced chicken, carrots, peas, cumin and rice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer, then cover; cook on low heat until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.