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chicken and rice

Chicken and Rice: 7 Reasons You’ll Love This Comfort Food


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A simple and tasty chicken and rice dish that is perfect for a quick dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of rice
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 4 cups of chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of pepper
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
  3. Add chicken breasts and brown on both sides.
  4. Stir in rice, chicken broth, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  6. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked.
  7. Fluff rice and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use any type of rice you prefer.
  • Feel free to add vegetables for more nutrition.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: chicken and rice