Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup chopped fresh vegetables (onions, bell peppers, peas)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; add to skillet and sear until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in rice, coating it in oil, then pour in vegetable broth along with desired seasonings.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice absorbs liquid and is fluffy.
- Add fresh vegetables during the last 5 minutes of cooking for added color and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg