Description
A delicious and easy one-pot meal featuring Italian flavors with tender chicken, rice, and a savory tomato base. This comforting dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Rice:
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts (cut into chunks)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, with juices
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Season and sear chicken in olive oil.
- Sauté Aromatics: Cook onion and garlic until softened.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in tomato paste, rice, tomatoes, and broth.
- Cook: Simmer covered until rice is tender.
- Finish: Stir in Parmesan, garnish, and serve.
Notes
- For added vegetables, include spinach or zucchini.
- Brown rice can be used with adjusted cooking time and liquid.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1¼ cups
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
