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Chicken and Rice

Chicken and Rice is a timeless comfort dish with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and savory seasonings that make every bite satisfying.
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
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Ingredients 

  • 3 tbs butter, divided
  • 4 large carrots, sliced
  • 1 white onion, diced
  • 2 cup uncooked jasmine rice
  • 1 tbs minced garlic
  • 1 ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 ½ tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp Lawry’s seasoned salt
  • 2 tbs dried parsley
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cubed and seasoned with a dash of salt and pepper

Instructions 

  • To a large pot over medium add 2 tbs of the butter, once melted add in the sliced carrots and onion cook for 5-6 minutes or until the carrots start to soften.
  • Stir in rice, minced garlic, and seasonings. Stir in the chicken broth and scrape and bits off the bottom of the pot. Bring mixture up to a boil.
  • Stir in the cubed chicken breast and simmer uncovered stirring frequently until the rice is tender.
  • Stir in the last 1 tbs of butter and season with additional salt and pepper if desired. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 416kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 1724mg | Potassium: 631mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 8238IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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About Julia Pacheco

Hello, I’m Julia Pacheco, and I’m so glad you’re here! I’m a published cookbook author with a passion for creating delicious, budget-friendly meals. My blog focuses on recipes that are accessible and enjoyable, because I truly believe in the power of food to heal, inspire, and bring people together. From early lessons in the kitchen with my mom to navigating life on WIC and food stamps, I’ve learned the value of making every meal count. Cooking has been my creative outlet, a way to connect with others, and it even helped me land my dream job.

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