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Peruvian Cilantro Rice

By: LAURELC1

"This a recipe my mom always makes. Its delicious! The rice turns out green because of the cilantro and it's full of flavor!"

Rate/Review | Read Reviews (27)

Prep Time:
15 Min

Cook Time:
20 Min

Ready In:
35 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings

Ingredients

2 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 cup frozen, chopped carrots
1/4 cup frozen peas (optional)
1 tablespoon cumin
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 cup uncooked white rice

Directions

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.
In a food processor or blender, puree cilantro with 1/2 cup water.
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.