Comforting Chicken and Rice
Indulge in this comforting chicken and rice recipe that combines succulent, seasoned chicken with fluffy long-grain rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable based on your pantry staples. The vibrant colors and tantalizing aromas will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ cups long-grain rice
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 medium sweet onion, diced
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping the onions and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin. Add to the skillet and sear for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken temporarily, then add rice and chicken broth to the skillet; stir well.
- Nestle the seared chicken back into the skillet and sprinkle with chopped bell peppers.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes until everything is cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg