Description
Delight in the warmth and comfort of this chicken and rice dish, featuring juicy chicken thighs, fluffy rice, and vibrant vegetables for a satisfying meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas and carrots)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add chicken thighs to the pan and sear both sides until golden brown (approximately 5 minutes).
- Stir in long-grain white rice and chicken broth; mix well.
- Incorporate mixed vegetables, cover tightly, and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and cook for about 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed; avoid lifting the lid frequently.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For added nutrition, substitute or add veggies like bell peppers or spinach.
- To customize flavors, consider adding spices such as paprika or Italian seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg