Description
A warm and hearty chicken and rice dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for meal prepping, ideal for cozy autumn nights.
Ingredients
- 1pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cupsof chicken broth
- 1 cupof rice (white or brown)
- 1 cupof mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, and corn)
- 2 tablespoonsof olive oil
- 1 teaspoonof garlic powder
- 1 teaspoonof onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preparethe chicken: Start by dicing the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season them with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sautéthe chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken and sauté until the pieces are golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Cookthe rice: In the same skillet, add the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Stir in the rice and mixed vegetables. Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Cook for approximately 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
- Combineand serve: Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and mix it with the chicken and vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Use airtight containers to store your meal prep for the week. This dish also freezes well; just label portions with the date.
- Prep Time:10 minutes
- Cook Time:25 minutes
- Category:Meal Prep
- Method:Sautéing
- Cuisine:American