Chicken, Rice, and Vegetable Skillet
A quick and flavorful one-pan meal combining tender chicken, rice, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large sweet Vidalia onion (diced small)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced small)
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast (diced into bite-sized pieces)
- 3 cloves garlic (finely minced or pressed)
- 4 cups cooked rice (use precooked rice)
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cardamom
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground, to taste)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 3 green onions green onions (sliced into thin rounds)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add red peppers and chicken; cook until chicken is nearly cooked through, about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add garlic; cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly.
- Stir in rice, broccoli, water, paprika, cardamom, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook for 5 minutes until broccoli is crisp-tender.
- Optional: Add cheese and stir until melted. Garnish with green onions and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon or a dash of hot sauce before serving.