Chicken Over Rice
Chicken over rice is the ultimate comfort food, featuring marinated chicken served atop fluffy long-grain rice that absorbs all the savory flavors. This dish is not only delicious but also evokes cherished memories of gathering with loved ones. It’s easy to make, customizable, and perfect for meal prep or a cozy family dinner.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and cutting chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, marinate chicken with olive oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and sauté marinated chicken until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in rice until coated with pan drippings; add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Cover and reduce heat to low; simmer undisturbed for 15-20 minutes until rice is fluffy.
- Fluff rice with a fork before serving; garnish with parsley or green onions as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg