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Chicken and Rice


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  • Author: Cheryl
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A simple, flavorful, and healthy chicken and rice dish that's perfect for meal prep or a family dinner. The chicken is juicy and tender, and the rice is full of flavor from the chicken broth and seasonings.


Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup long-grain white rice

2 cups chicken broth

1 tablespoon butter (optional)

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add rice and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Let it cook for about 15-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed.
  4. Once the rice is cooked, stir in butter (if using) and fluff the rice with a fork.
  5. Slice the chicken breasts and serve on top of the rice. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, replace the chicken with tofu or tempeh.

Add cayenne pepper or chili powder for a spicy version.

For added nutrition and color, throw in some frozen peas or diced carrots with the rice.

While long-grain white rice is used, brown rice or jasmine rice can be used for different flavor and texture.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg