Love for Recipes

I enjoy cooking and trying new recipes. This blog is a place I can share recipes with others and the joy of cooking.

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Similar to Cafe Rio Lime Rice

2 Tbsp. butter softened
1 yellow onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
6 2/3 c. water
8 Tbsp chicken broth (1/2 cup)
1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
2 tsp. cumin
2 small cans diced green chiles
1 Tbsp. lime juice
1/2 tsp. salt
3 c. long grain rice

In a saucepan, saute yellow onion and garlic in butter. In a large pot, bring water, chicken broth, cilantro, cumin, lime juice and salt to a boil. Add onion and garlic to boiling water. Add rice. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.

Similar to Cafe Rio Chicken

5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 bottle Zesty Italian dressing (small)
1 Tbsp. chili powder
1 Tbsp. cumin
3 cloves garlic, minced

Mix all ingredients together in a large crockpot. Cook on high for 5-7 hours. Remove chicken and shred with a fork. Reserve a small amount of juice and pour over shredded chicken to keep moist. Keep warm.