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One Pan Mediterranean Chicken And Rice

A delightful dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine in just 30 minutes, combining tender chicken breast with aromatic rice, fresh vegetables, and a medley of herbs and spices.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme Adds an earthy flavor to the dish.
  • 1 tsp dried oregano Offers a fragrant herbaceous note typical in Mediterranean dishes.
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper Enhances the overall spiciness of the meal.
  • 1 tsp ground cumin Introduces a warm, nutty flavor that complements the chicken beautifully.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder Provides a robust garlic taste without the hassle of peeling and chopping fresh garlic.
  • 1 tsp salt Essential for bringing out all the flavors in this dish.
  • 1/2 tsp paprika Adds a mild sweetness and vibrant color to your chicken and rice.
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder Imparts a lovely golden hue and subtle earthiness.
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts (sliced) The star protein of this recipe.
  • 2 tsp lemon juice Brightens up the entire dish with its zesty flavor.
  • 2 tsp olive oil Necessary for sautéing and adding healthy fats.
  • 4 tsp seasoning A blend of your preferred spices to enhance flavor depth.
  • 1 onion finely chopped Adds sweetness and texture to the meal.
  • 1 tsp garlic (finely chopped) Fresh garlic elevates the dish's aromatic profile significantly.
  • 1 cup rice (rinsed and soaked in water for 30 minutes) The base carbohydrate that absorbs all the delicious flavors from the broth and spices.
  • 2 and 1/4 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred) Ensures moisture while keeping salt levels in check.
  • 1 leaf bay Infuses a subtle depth of flavor during cooking.
  • 1 inch cinnamon stick Adds warmth and complexity to the overall flavor profile.
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas Offers a pop of color and sweetness once cooked.

Method
 

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients together on your countertop, including measuring out your spices, chopping onions and garlic, slicing chicken breasts, rinsing your rice thoroughly, and soaking it in water for about thirty minutes.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pan over medium heat, add olive oil along with chopped onions and garlic. Sauté them until they become translucent and fragrant—this usually takes about three minutes.
  3. Season Chicken: Add sliced chicken breasts to the pan along with thyme, oregano, cumin, salt, black pepper, paprika, turmeric powder, lemon juice, and two teaspoons of olive oil. Stir well so that each piece is coated evenly with spices.
  4. Add Rice: Add your rinsed rice directly into the pan with the seasoned chicken mixture; stir everything together until well combined.
  5. Pour in Broth: Pour in low-sodium chicken broth along with bay leaf and cinnamon stick into your pan. Bring everything to a gentle boil before reducing heat to low; cover tightly with a lid.
  6. Finish Cooking: Let it cook on low heat until all liquid has been absorbed by rice—this should take about twenty minutes total. Mix in frozen peas right at end for color! After removing from heat let rest covered for five minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 49gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 86mgSodium: 645mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

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