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Chicken and Rice

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Chicken and rice is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights, combining tender chicken with fluffy rice and vibrant vegetables. This simple yet flavorful dish can be customized to suit your taste, making it a family favorite. In just one pot, you can create a satisfying meal that’s both quick to prepare and delightful to enjoy.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves four

Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long grain rice (or jasmine rice)
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables and mincing garlic.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Add chopped vegetables and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until tender.
  4. Stir in long grain rice until evenly coated with flavors. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice absorbs all broth.
  6. Fluff rice with a fork, drizzle soy sauce and lemon juice over everything before serving hot.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg