Description
Savor the warmth of this chicken and rice dish, featuring tender chicken and fluffy rice, infused with vibrant vegetables—ideal for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
- Your choice of vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, peas)
- Salt, pepper, paprika (to taste)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat dry to prevent steaming.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the oil. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown on all sides.
- Stir in rinsed rice until coated in oil. Gradually pour in chicken broth while scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Bring to a gentle boil, cover tightly, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice absorbs all liquid.
- In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in your choice of vegetables; cover again until heated through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Customize with different vegetables or add spices like cayenne for extra heat. For a healthier version, substitute white rice with brown rice for more fiber.