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Simple Chicken And Rice Recipe

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Easy Chicken Fried Rice Recipe Diethood
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Description

This simple chicken and rice recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. It's a one-pot meal that requires minimal prep time and uses basic ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is about 10 minutes. You'll need to dice an onion, mince some garlic, and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is about 25 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth

Equipment

  • Large skillet with a lid
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened.
  3. Add the chicken to the skillet and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the chicken is browned on all sides.
  4. Add the rice to the skillet and stir to coat it with the oil and spices. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid.
  7. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the rice is cooked through and the liquid has been absorbed.
  8. Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5-10 minutes.
  9. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve.

Notes

This recipe can be easily customized to your liking. You can add vegetables like diced bell peppers or carrots to the skillet to make it a more well-rounded meal. You can also use brown rice instead of white rice for a healthier option.

Nutrition Info

This recipe serves 4 and each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 410
  • Protein: 34g
  • Carbohydrates: 47g
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 73mg
  • Sodium: 1024mg
  • Potassium: 635mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Vitamin A: 10%
  • Vitamin C: 8%
  • Calcium: 3%
  • Iron: 12%

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to use long-grain white rice for this recipe. Short-grain rice will become too sticky and clumpy.
  • Don't lift the lid on the skillet while the rice is cooking. This will release the steam and could result in undercooked rice.
  • If you want to add vegetables to the recipe, sauté them in the skillet after cooking the chicken and before adding the rice.
  • You can use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts for a more flavorful dish.

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