Description
This Easy Chicken & Rice Veggie Skillet is a vibrant and wholesome one-pan meal that combines juicy chicken, hearty rice, and colorful vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrients. Enjoy the rich flavors of tender chicken seasoned with paprika, sautéed alongside bell peppers, zucchini, and garlic. Whether you’re serving it for a family dinner or a casual gathering, this skillet recipe guarantees satisfaction for everyone at the table. With minimal cleanup required, you’ll love how easy it is to whip up a delicious and nourishing meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 cup zucchini
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- to taste fresh parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the vegetables and mincing the garlic.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the chicken until browned on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant. Add bell peppers and zucchini; cook until softened.
- Stir in rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is cooked.
- Return the chicken to the skillet; season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg