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Quick Chicken and Broccoli Rice Bowl

A comforting and nutritious bowl of warm rice, tender chicken, and crisp broccoli, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 400

Ingredients

Main ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method

Cooking

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
  • Sprinkle the chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Place the chicken in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  • While the chicken cooks, steam or sauté the broccoli until tender.
  • When the chicken is done, remove it from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  • In meal prep containers, divide the cooked rice, broccoli, and sliced chicken.
  • Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

If you're short on time, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken. Feel free to change the vegetables; bell peppers or snap peas work well too. Use jasmine or basmati rice for added flavor and aroma. If you want a vegetarian option, swap the chicken for tofu or chickpeas.
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