Easy Chicken & Rice Veggie Skillet for a Flavor-Packed Dinner
Experience a delightful blend of flavors with this Easy Chicken & Rice Veggie Skillet for a Flavor-Packed Dinner. This vibrant one-pan meal comes together quickly, making it the perfect solution for busy weeknights. With tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and aromatic spices, it’s not just nutritious but also incredibly satisfying. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this recipe allows you to customize ingredients according to your preferences, ensuring everyone at the table will enjoy a hearty and wholesome dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs or Breasts
- 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Bell Peppers
- 1 cup Zucchini
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh Parsley or Cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by washing and chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on both sides (about 5-6 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until translucent. Then add bell peppers and zucchini, cooking for another 4-5 minutes.
- Stir in rice and pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cover and reduce heat to low; simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Fluff the rice before serving and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg