Savory Chicken and Rice Delight

A delightful and easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken and fluffy rice, infused with savory flavors and a hint of nuttiness.

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total Time
45 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
easy
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Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 1lbchicken, bite-sized pieces
  • 1cuprice, uncooked
  • 2tspvegetable oil
  • 2cupswater
  • 1tspgarlic powder
  • 1tspsmoked paprika
  • to tastesalt
  • to tasteblack pepper

Nutrition

Calories

250

63 per serving

Protein

20g

40% DV

Fat

10g

14% DV

Carbs

30g

10% DV

Macronutrient Breakdown

Protein32%
Fat36%
Carbs48%
Fiber
2g

% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet

Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Step 1: Rinse the chicken thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chicken and sauté until it is browned on all sides.

  3. 3

    Step 3: Sprinkle the chicken with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Add the uncooked rice to the pan, stirring to combine it with the seasoned chicken.

  5. 5

    Step 5: Pour 2 cups of water into the pan and bring the mixture to a boil.

  6. 6

    Step 6: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is fully absorbed.