Chicken and Rice
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Chicken and Rice recipe, where tender chicken breasts meet fluffy long-grain rice, all infused with aromatic spices. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive occasions, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste buds. Gather your loved ones around the table for a delightful meal that promises warmth and satisfaction.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup frozen peas and diced carrots
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil and sauté the onions until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add the chicken breasts to the pot; season with salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika. Sear each side until golden brown (about 7 minutes per side).
- Stir in the rice until coated with oil and spices, then pour in the chicken broth while scraping up any browned bits.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover tightly; simmer for about 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add frozen peas and diced carrots. Fluff with a fork before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg