A simple and healthy dish to add some Mexican flavour to your mid-week meal that’s suitable for the whole family.
Method
Based on 4 servings, adjust as needed.
Step 1
In advance - place chicken, 2 tbsp olive oil, garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander and lime zest in a large mixing bowl. Season with 1½ tsp salt and some black pepper, then mix everything together with your hands until the chicken is evenly coated. Set aside to marinate - the longer the better (overnight even!) but 10 minutes is long enough to work some marinade magic.
Step 2
Heat a heavy-based frying pan over a medium-high heat and sear the chicken for about 8 minutes on each side, until coloured golden brown, then remove from the pan and transfer to a plate.
Step 3
Meanwhile heat a splash of olive oil in a large pot with a tight fitting lid over a medium heat and sweat the onion for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and just starting to colour.
Step 4
Add rice to your onion pot, plus 1 tsp salt and plenty of black pepper, stir well and fry for a couple of minutes so that the rice absorbs the flavour of the onions. Stir through the tomato paste and cook out for 2-3 minutes, followed by the black beans.
Step 5
Add the seared chicken to the pot and push into the rice, then carefully ladle the chicken stock over the rice and chicken, cover the pot and cook on a low heat for 30 minutes.
Step 6
Transfer the pot from the heat, remove the lid and quickly place a clean tea towel over the pot and then return the lid. Leave undisturbed for 5 minutes, then stir in the coriander with a fork. Check the chicken is fully cooked (juices run clear and/or internal temperature = 74C/165F) and season to taste. Serve hot with guacamole and lime quarters alongside.