A fresh and vibrant bowl featuring tender lemon-herb chicken, fluffy white rice, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber. This well-balanced meal is perfect for a satisfying and healthy lunch or dinner.
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Ingredientes
- 750g skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 225g long-grain white rice
- 200g avocado, diced
- 150g cucumber, diced
- 50g onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 30ml lemon juice
- 10ml olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
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Instruções
- 1.Cook the 225g of white rice according to package instructions. This usually involves rinsing the rice and simmering it in 450ml of water for about 15-20 minutes until the water is absorbed.
- 2.While the rice is cooking, place the chicken pieces in a bowl. Add half the olive oil (5ml), half the lemon juice (15ml), the minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat the chicken.
- 3.Heat the remaining 5ml of olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- 4.In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked rice with the diced cucumber and finely chopped onion. Gently stir to mix.
- 5.Add the cooked chicken and the diced avocado to the rice mixture. Drizzle with the remaining 15ml of lemon juice and gently toss everything together.
- 6.Divide the mixture into four bowls and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Informações Nutricionais
Porque esta receita
This recipe is nutritionally balanced, offering high-quality lean protein from chicken for muscle support and healthy monounsaturated fats from avocado and olive oil for heart health. It provides sustained energy and is rich in essential vitamins.
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