Description
A nutritious and flavorful dish that combines chicken, rice, and the health benefits of turmeric. Perfect for a wholesome meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice, rinsed
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned and cooked through.
- Add diced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir until softened and fragrant.
- Sprinkle turmeric, paprika, salt, and pepper over the chicken. Stir well to coat.
- Pour in the rinsed rice and stir it into the chicken and spices.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil, ensuring the rice is covered.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook about 15 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the dish and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Scoop into bowls and top with Greek yogurt if desired.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for added flavor, and consider using fresh herbs for garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg