TJ's Chili Lime Chicken Tenders with Cilantro Lime Rice
Trader Joe'sTJ's Chili Lime Chicken Tenders with Cilantro Lime Rice
Ingredients
For the Chili Lime Chicken Tenders
- 1 1/2 pounds Trader Joe's boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch wide strips
- 1 tablespoon Trader Joe's Chili Lime Seasoning Blend
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- as needed Trader Joe's Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil Spray, for baking sheet
For the Cilantro Lime Rice
- 1 1/2 cups Trader Joe's Organic Jasmine Rice, uncooked
- 2 1/4 cups water
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For Serving (Optional)
- as needed Trader Joe's Organic Salsa
- as needed Trader Joe's Organic Sour Cream
- as needed lime wedges
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with Trader Joe's Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil Spray.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
In a medium bowl, combine the chicken strips, Trader Joe's Chili Lime Seasoning Blend, juice from 1 lime, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toss until the chicken is evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Arrange the seasoned chicken tenders in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and lightly golden. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 400
- 5
While the chicken bakes, prepare the cilantro lime rice. In a medium saucepan, combine the Trader Joe's Organic Jasmine Rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed.
⏱️ 15 min
- 6
Once the rice is cooked, remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Then, fluff with a fork.
⏱️ 5 min
- 7
Stir the juice from the second lime and the chopped fresh cilantro into the cooked rice. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
⏱️ 3 min
- 8
Serve the Chili Lime Chicken Tenders immediately with the Cilantro Lime Rice. Garnish with optional Trader Joe's Organic Salsa, Organic Sour Cream, and lime wedges.
⏱️ 5 min
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Trader Joe'sTJ's Chili Lime Chicken Tenders with Cilantro Lime Rice
Ingredients
For the Chili Lime Chicken Tenders
- 1 1/2 pounds Trader Joe's boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch wide strips
- 1 tablespoon Trader Joe's Chili Lime Seasoning Blend
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- as needed Trader Joe's Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil Spray, for baking sheet
For the Cilantro Lime Rice
- 1 1/2 cups Trader Joe's Organic Jasmine Rice, uncooked
- 2 1/4 cups water
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For Serving (Optional)
- as needed Trader Joe's Organic Salsa
- as needed Trader Joe's Organic Sour Cream
- as needed lime wedges
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with Trader Joe's Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil Spray.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
In a medium bowl, combine the chicken strips, Trader Joe's Chili Lime Seasoning Blend, juice from 1 lime, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toss until the chicken is evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Arrange the seasoned chicken tenders in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and lightly golden. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 400 - 5
While the chicken bakes, prepare the cilantro lime rice. In a medium saucepan, combine the Trader Joe's Organic Jasmine Rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed.
⏱️ 15 min - 6
Once the rice is cooked, remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Then, fluff with a fork.
⏱️ 5 min - 7
Stir the juice from the second lime and the chopped fresh cilantro into the cooked rice. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
⏱️ 3 min - 8
Serve the Chili Lime Chicken Tenders immediately with the Cilantro Lime Rice. Garnish with optional Trader Joe's Organic Salsa, Organic Sour Cream, and lime wedges.
⏱️ 5 min