Tender chicken, fluffy rice, and crisp vegetables come together in this satisfying bowl. Ready in just 40 minutes for an easy weeknight meal.
# Ingredient List:
→ Protein
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), cut into bite-sized pieces
→ Marinade
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - ½ teaspoon salt
07 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Grains
08 - 1 cup long-grain white rice or brown rice
09 - 2 cups water
→ Vegetables
10 - 1 cup broccoli florets
11 - 1 cup bell pepper, sliced
12 - 1 cup carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
→ Garnish
13 - 2 green onions, sliced
14 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
15 - Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
# How to Make:
01 - In a mixing bowl, combine chicken pieces with olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly to coat all pieces and allow to marinate while preparing remaining ingredients.
02 - Rinse rice under cold running water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice with 2 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 15 minutes for white rice or 35 minutes for brown rice, until all water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes.
03 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer cooked chicken to a clean plate.
04 - Add a splash of oil to the same skillet if needed. Sauté broccoli florets, sliced bell pepper, and julienned carrot for 4 to 5 minutes until just tender with slight crispness remaining.
05 - Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables and stir gently to combine. Cook for 1 to 2 additional minutes until heated through.
06 - Fluff cooked rice with a fork and divide evenly among four serving bowls. Top each portion with the chicken and vegetable mixture.
07 - Garnish each bowl with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro or parsley as desired. Serve immediately.
