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๐ŸŒถ๏ธ Spicy Mexican Chicken Delight ๐Ÿ—๐Ÿ”ฅ

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๐ŸŒฎ Mexican Chicken Recipe ๐ŸŒถ๏ธ

Overview:

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: 362.5
Rating: โญโญโญโญโญ (5/5)

Ingredients:

Quantity Ingredient
2 Onions
1 Garlic clove
1 Red capsicum
500g Skinless chicken thighs
1/2 tsp Mexican chili powder
1 tsp Dried oregano
1 tsp Cumin powder
1 tsp Paprika
2 cups Chopped tomatoes
2 cups Water

Optional Toppings:

  • Grated Cheese ๐Ÿง€
  • Sour Cream ๐Ÿฅ›
  • Guacamole ๐Ÿฅ‘

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Ingredients:

    • Chop the onions, garlic, and red capsicum.
    • Dice the skinless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Sautรฉ Onion and Garlic:

    • Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.
    • Add the chopped onions and garlic, sautรฉ for a couple of minutes until fragrant.
  3. Cook Chicken and Capsicum:

    • Increase heat to medium-high.
    • Add the diced chicken and red capsicum to the pan.
    • Cook for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken changes color.
  4. Add Spices:

    • Sprinkle in the Mexican chili powder, dried oregano, cumin powder, and paprika.
    • Stir everything together and cook for 1 minute to let the flavors meld.
  5. Simmer with Tomatoes and Water:

    • Pour in the chopped tomatoes and water.
    • Bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Simmer and Serve:

    • Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 15 minutes.
    • Serve the Mexican chicken over steamed rice.
    • ๐ŸŒŸ Optional: Top with grated cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a spoonful of guacamole for extra flavor!

Notes from the Chef:

  • This recipe is perfect for those looking for a flavorful yet easy dinner option.
  • The combination of spices gives this dish a delicious Mexican flair.
  • Feel free to adjust the spice level to your liking by adding more or less chili powder.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

๐Ÿฒ Serving Suggestions:

  • Side Dish Ideas:

    • Mexican Street Corn ๐ŸŒฝ
    • Cilantro Lime Rice ๐Ÿš
    • Black Bean Salad ๐Ÿฅ—
  • Beverage Pairings:

    • Fresh Lime Margaritas ๐Ÿน
    • Agua Fresca (Watermelon or Pineapple) ๐Ÿ‰๐Ÿ
    • Mexican Horchata ๐Ÿฅ›

Enjoy your delicious Mexican Chicken with your favorite toppings and sides! Bon appรฉtit! ๐ŸŽ‰

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