Description
Whip up this easy chicken and rice dish, bursting with flavor and perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup fresh vegetables (bell peppers, peas, or carrots)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the vegetables and mince the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Add seasoned chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides (about 5-7 minutes each side).
- Once the chicken is cooked through, add minced garlic and diced vegetables. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in long-grain rice followed by chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce heat, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice absorbs moisture. Fluff with a fork before serving.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and garnish with fresh herbs or lemon zest.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg