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chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken pieces

Chicken breast is leaner, while bone-in pieces add flavor and moisture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while vegetable oil is more affordable.

In a Medium Kadhai, add 2tbsp oil.

Place the trimmed chicken thighs, skin side down. Season the chicken with Salt, Black Pepper, Roasted Cumin Powder & Taco Seasoning.

Sear for 2 minutes each side and add seasoning after flipping to the other side.

Take off the heat once a nice golden brown color is achieved.

In the same pan, add chopped onions & carrots and saute for 2 minutes.

Next, add the boiled corn and chopped mushroom and saute for 2-3 minutes.

Add seasonings, followed by a cup of pre-soaked rice.

Pour enough water to cover the rice completely. Put the lid on and cook for 3-4 minutes on medium-high heat.

Now, place the chicken thighs back in the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes more till the rice is almost cooked.

Lastly, cover the surface with grated cheese and cook for a final 2 minutes until the cheese melts and all excess moisture evaporates.

Plate with a dollop of sour cream, some salsa and a lemon wedge.

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