Chicken Margarita & Saffron Yellow Rice

Submitted by A Taste of Brooklyn

"Chicken smothered in a Margarita. Tequila and lime juice reduced into a sweet and tangy Margarita sauce. Served along side saffron yellow rice."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package vigo saffron yellow rice
• 1⁄3 cup tequila
• 1⁄8 cup triple sec
• 1⁄4 cup fresh lime juice
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 2 chicken breasts
• kosher salt
• fresh ground black pepper
• 1⁄4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

directions

1. Cook the rice according to package directions. In the meantime, in a small bowl, combine the tequila, triple sec, lime juice and sugar. Mix well and set aside.
2. Cut the chicken in ½ lengthwise & pound to ¼ inch thick. Rince the chicken under cold water then pat dry with paper towel. Season the chicken with salt and pepper then lightly dredge in flour; shaking off the excess.
3. In a skillet, over medium heat, add ½ the butter and ½ the oil and when hot, working in batches, sear the chicken until lightly browned, and cooked through, about 3 to 4 min per batch. Remove and set aside.
4. Stir the tequila mixture and add it to the skillet, add in the cilantro and bring to a boil. Return the chicken, reduce heat to low and simmer until slightly thickened, about 6 to 8 minute Plate and serve along side the rice.

Reviews

[Jeff M.]

Outstanding! My whole family loved it!

 

[sparkelyn4u]

This was a fantastic dish! My family and friends loved it. I would recommend it to everyone! Deff a winner! Thank you so much!