Chicken And Rice Bowl
A hearty and flavorful Chicken and Rice Bowl combining tender chicken, fluffy rice, and fresh vegetables for a balanced, comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until water runs clear.
- In a medium pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add the rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is cooked and liquid absorbed.
- While the rice cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet. Season with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until chicken is golden and cooked through.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Add broccoli florets and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
- Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and divide it into serving bowls.
- Top rice with the cooked chicken and vegetable mixture.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lime wedges if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in a mixture of lime juice, garlic, and spices for 30 minutes before cooking.