Mojito Chicken With Plantain Fried Rice

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Submitted by diane sparrow, osage, ia, a 2009 finalist in the national chicken cooking contest put on by the national chicken council, representing the west north central region. Yum!!

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Steps

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In large sealable plastic bag , place olive oil , 3 tablespoons lime juice , lime zest , garlic , jalapeno and ginger.

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Add chicken and marinate in refrigerator at least 30 minutes.

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Meanwhile , in medium saucepan over medium high heat , place coconut milk and chicken broth.

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Bring to a boil and add remaining 1 / 4 cup lime juice and salt.

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Stir in rice , cover , reduce heat and cook 30-50 minutes , until done.

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Remove chicken from marinade and discard marinade.

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Sprinkle chicken on both sides with jerk seasoning and place on broiler pan.

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Place under hot broiler about 8 inches from heat.

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Cook about 8 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165f.

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While chicken cooks , in medium skillet over medium high heat , place 2 tablespoons of the cooking oil.

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Peel plantains and cut in 1 / 2 inch thick slices.

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Fry in hot oil about 1-1 / 2 minutes per side , pushing down with back of spatula to flatten.

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When browned , remove from pan and drain on paper towels.

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Cut each slice .

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Ingredients

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boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, fresh lime juice, lime zest, garlic cloves, jalapeno, fresh ginger, unsweetened coconut milk, chicken broth, kosher salt, jasmine rice, seasoning, cooking oil, plantains, green onion, fresh pineapple, soy sauce, of fresh mint, brown sugar, dark rum, lime slice, mint sprig, coconut, thai peppers