A quick and satisfying one-pan meal featuring tender chicken and crispy potatoes, seasoned with aromatic herbs, and served alongside zesty lemon-infused rice. Perfect for a balanced weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
- 120g chicken breast, cut into 2cm cubes
- 150g potato, scrubbed and diced into 1-2cm cubes
- 60g rice (white or brown)
- 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil
- 1/4 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary or thyme
- Juice of 1/4 lemon
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Begin by cooking the rice according to package instructions. Add the lemon juice to the cooking water for a zesty flavor.
- 2.While the rice cooks, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced potatoes and chopped onion, seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 3.Sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are golden brown and starting to become tender.
- 4.Add the cubed chicken to the skillet. Sprinkle with the dried herbs, more salt, and pepper. Cook for another 7-9 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is cooked through.
- 5.Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for one more minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.
- 6.Fluff the cooked lemon rice with a fork and serve it with the herbed chicken and potato skillet.
Nutrition Information
Why this recipe
This balanced meal provides high-quality lean protein from chicken for muscle support and complex carbohydrates from potato and rice for sustained energy. It's a nutritious, fiber-rich dish cooked with minimal heart-healthy olive oil.
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