- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 400 kcal
Quick summary
“Delicious and quick, this chicken and vegetable rice recipe is perfect for an easy lunch. It is nutritious, healthy, and deliciously versatile.”
What you need to know
- Facil de preparar e cheia de sabor
- 4 porções para uma refeição completa
- Prático para quem tem pouco tempo para cozinhar
Ingredients
Main
- 2 cups of rice
- 1 chicken breast (500g)
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 grated carrot
- 3 tablespoons of oil
- 3 cups of water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Principal
- In a saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil and sauté the rice until it is slightly golden.
- Add 3 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Cook over medium heat until boiling.
- Reduce the heat, cover the pan, and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the water has evaporated.
- While the rice cooks, season the chicken breast with salt and pepper.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet and sear the chicken until golden.
- Add the bell pepper and carrot to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes.
- Shred the chicken and mix with the sautéed vegetables.
- Serve the rice on a plate and place the chicken and vegetable mixture on top.
Chef's tips
- Use arroz integral para aumentar o valor nutricional
- Se o frango estiver em conserva, use diretamente sem cozinhar
- Para adicionar mais sabor, acrescente ervas ao arroz
Variations
- Adicione cubos de queijo ralado ao final para mais textura
- Substitua o pimentão por cenoura em cubos para uma mistura mais suculenta
- Adicione algumas lascas de cebola ao frango para uma textura adicional
Substitutions
- Substitua a cenoura por beterraba se preferir
- Açafrão ou pimenta do reino podem ser usadas como substituto do pimentão vermelho
- Use tomate em conserva em vez de pimentão
How to store
Store under refrigeration for up to 3 days. After storage, the rice can be refrigerated for up to 3 months.
Can it be frozen?
Cannot be frozen. The rice can harden when frozen, altering the flavor.
What to serve with
- Salada de legumes frescos para acompanhar
- Suco de laranja natural para refrescar
- Bolo de chocolate simples para desfrutar depois do almoço
Frequently asked questions
Can I add more vegetables to the rice?
Sure, you can add other vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, or grated carrot.
Can I serve canned cooked chicken?
Yes, you can use canned chicken, but make sure it is cooked and salted before adding to other ingredients.
How do I make the chicken not sticky?
Place the chicken in a hot skillet before adding the other ingredients. This helps to brown the chicken and remove excess water.
How to add more flavor to the rice?
Add a little saffron or black pepper to the rice water or even to the already cooked rice.
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