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Mediterranean Chicken and Rice

Mediterranean Chicken and Rice: Fast, Flavorful Weeknight Feast

This Mediterranean Chicken and Rice recipe is a quick and delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Breast or Thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
For the Veggies
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 cups Kale chopped
  • 1/2 cup Sundried Tomatoes chopped
For the Base
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth or chicken broth
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice Jasmine or Basmati

Equipment

  • large non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
  2. Sear the chicken in a preheated skillet for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Stir the chicken, and continue cooking for 3-5 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Sauté the diced onion in the same skillet until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add garlic and kale; cook until kale is wilted, around 2-3 minutes.
  6. Combine the cooked rice, chicken, and sundried tomatoes; heat through.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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