Arroz Con Pollo on the Griddle - Easy Mexican Chicken and Rice

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

Cut chicken strips into smaller pieces.

Season chicken with taco seasoning, garlic, and lemon juice, then let marinate.

Prepare guacamole by mashing avocado with smoked jalapeno, diced onion, garlic, lemon juice, and cilantro.

Heat griddle to low and add marinated chicken to cook until browned.

Add vegetables to the griddle, cooking them first for a charred effect.

Add cooked Mexican rice to the griddle and fry until crispy.

Combine everything on the griddle and serve.

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