Quick And Delicious Chicken And Rice Bowls
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 45 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Get ready for a flavor explosion in a bowl Today, we’re diving into the world of chicken and rice bowls, and trust me, you won’t want to miss this.
These bowls are the perfect recipe for meal-prep fans—or anyone in need of an easy-breezy dinner. They’re endlessly adaptable, so feel free to get creative with your favorite veggies and seasonings. Plus, they’re a great way to use up leftover chicken and veggies that are going to waste.
Cook the rice in broth according to the package directions. Don’t worry, it’s easy peasy Just follow the instructions, and you’ll have perfectly cooked rice in no time.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, sauté the green pepper and onion in oil for two to three minutes, or until they’re crisp-tender. You can’t go wrong with a classic combo like this!
Stir in the chicken, corn, peas, basil, and sage. Cook everything, uncovered over medium heat, for four to five minutes or until it’s heated through. This is where the magic happens, folks!
Stir in the rice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. And that’s it Your chicken and rice bowl is ready to devour.
Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. If you’re prepping the bowls ahead of time, add any dressing or sauce just before serving. Easy peasy!
The rice can be made up to four days in advance. After cooking, let it cool completely and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The chicken can be cooked up to four days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the fridge. The veggies can be cooked separately, cooled, and stored in the fridge.
These bowls also serve as excellent meal prep recipes. You can make the bowls and store them in individual containers in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave. You can also freeze individual servings for up to three to four months. Sprinkle with a little water before reheating in the microwave for six to eight minutes.
While a rice cooker takes the guesswork out of cooking rice, you don’t need any fancy gadgets to make a simple pot of rice. Our guide to cooking rice shares the best way to cook rice on a stovetop, how to cook different types of rice, and provides other rice-cooking tips, too.
The genius of this chicken and rice bowl recipe is that it’s an entire meal in a bowl. For an even heartier meal, serve chicken and rice bowls with pita bread or a fresh fruit salad.
So, what are you waiting for? Dive into the world of chicken and rice bowls and get ready for a flavor explosion in a bowl!
Printable Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup rice
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 green pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup corn
- 1 cup peas
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 1 teaspoon sage
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the rice in broth according to the package directions.
- 2. In a large skillet, sauté the green pepper and onion in oil for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
- 3. Stir in the chicken, corn, peas, basil, and sage. Cook uncovered over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until heated through.
- 4. Stir in the cooked rice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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