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Mexican Fried Rice

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ServesPrep. Time
130 mins
This is an easy midweek throw-together recipe that's full of protein and enough serves to have leftovers if you need it! With a total cook time of 30 minutes it's not only quick but tasty too.

Ingredients:

  • 300g chicken breast
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • ½ cup (100g) rice
  • 2 tbsp. coconut oil
  • ½ red onion, chopped
  • 1 red pepper, diced
  • cup (100g) sweetcorn, drained
  • ½ cup (100g) red kidney beans, drained
  • 1 tomato, peeled, chopped
  • 1 avocado, stone removed, flesh diced
  • 1 tbsp. lime
  • ½ chili, chopped
  • handful coriander, chopped

Spices:

  • 1 tsp. oregano
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • ½ tsp. chili flakes


Method:

  • Chop the chicken into cubes. Season with salt, pepper, spices, and crushed garlic.

  • Cook the rice according to the instructions on the packaging, drain and transfer onto a plate to cool.

  • Heat the oil in the pan over medium-high heat, and fry the chicken for about 3-4 minutes. Add in the chopped onion and diced peppers and continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes.

  • Next, add the drained sweetcorn, beans, and cooked rice. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.

  • Remove from the heat, add the peeled and diced tomato, then mix.

  • To serve, divide the rice between plates, top with avocado, drizzle with lime juice, and sprinkle with chopped chili and coriander.



Nutritional

  • Serves 4
  • Calories - 360
  • Fats - 16g
  • Carbs - 32g
  • Protein - 24g