Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika, then add to the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until softened.
- Add rice, chicken broth, and thyme. Stir well.
- Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use brown rice for a healthier option (adjust cooking time as needed).
- Add vegetables like peas or carrots for extra nutrition.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg