Sunset Chicken and Rice Bowl
A hearty and flavorful bowl filled with juicy chicken, orange-infused rice, and roasted potatoes, all tied together with a zesty orange butter sauce.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total Time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- easy
- Cuisine
- american
Ingredients
- 1.5lbsBoneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, cubed
- 1cupLong Grain White Rice
- 1cupOrange Juice
- 1cupChicken Broth
- 2mediumRusset Potatoes, cubed
- 2tbspUnsalted Butter
- 1tbspOrange Zest
- 1tspSalt
- 0.5tspBlack Pepper
Step-by-Step
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Cube the potatoes and spread them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tbsp of olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and golden brown.
10m400°F - 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, orange juice, chicken broth, and a pinch of salt. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
20mmedium heat - 3
While the rice is cooking, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
8mmedium-high heat - 4
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the orange zest and stir to combine. Remove from heat and set aside.
5mmedium heat - 5
To assemble the bowls, divide the orange-infused rice, roasted potatoes, and cooked chicken evenly among 4 serving bowls. Drizzle the orange butter sauce over the top and serve immediately.
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