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title: Creamy Cilantro Chicken Bowls
source: {name: HelloFresh, url: "https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/creamy-cilantro-chicken-bowls-690e0c19cf620282e984da65"}
servings: 2
prep_time: "10 minutes"
cook_time: "20 minutes"
time_required: "30 minutes"
difficulty: Easy
allergens: [Milk]
tags: [High Protein, Spicy, Sodium Smart, Protein Smart]
rating: 4.0
rating_count: 304
source_chef: Michelle Doll Olson
review_highlights:
  - theme: Flavor
    text: Many loved the cilantro sauce, but some found the dish bland. Consider adding extra seasoning or a zesty pico de gallo for more punch.
  - theme: Ease of prep
    text: Customers found this recipe quick and straightforward to prepare, making it a great choice for busy weeknights.
image: "https://images.recipes.furrysalamander.com/Latin%20American%20Recipes/Bowls/creamy-cilantro-chicken-bowls.avif"
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Wash and dry all produce.

Heat a drizzle of @cooking oil{1%tbsp} in a #small pot{} over medium-high heat. Add remaining @garlic{4%cloves}(minced) and cook until fragrant ~{30%seconds}.

Meanwhile, in a #small bowl{}, combine @sour cream{¼%cup}, @cilantro{½%cup}(chopped), minced @onion{1%unit}, @olive oil{1%tbsp}, reserved garlic, juice from @lime{1%unit}(wedges), a pinch of minced @jalapeño{1%unit}, a pinch of @cumin{1%tsp}, @salt{1%tsp}, and @black pepper{½%tsp}.

Pat @chopped chicken breast{10%oz} dry with paper towels. Season all over with remaining cumin, salt, and pepper; rub to thoroughly coat.

Heat a drizzle of cooking oil in a #large pan{} over medium-high heat. Add @long green pepper{1%unit}(sliced), sliced onion, and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly charred ~{6%minutes} to ~{8%minutes}. If veggies begin to brown too quickly, add a splash of water.

Fluff @jasmine rice{1%cup} with a fork; stir in lime zest, @butter{1%tbsp}, salt, and pepper.