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Easy Healthy Portuguese Chicken and Rice

Easy Healthy Portuguese Chicken and Rice

Delight in this Easy Healthy Portuguese Chicken and Rice recipe that brings vibrant flavors to your table in just 45 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Portuguese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Vegetables
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs skinless and boneless preferred
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked or sweet
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth low sodium preferred
  • 1 piece onion diced
  • 1 piece bell pepper diced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 pieces lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Prepare the chicken thighs by seasoning them with paprika, garlic, and lemon juice.
  2. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat and add the chicken, browning on all sides.
  3. Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same pot, add diced onion and bell pepper, cooking until softened.
  4. Stir in the rice, followed by the chicken broth, and return the chicken to the pot.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked and chicken is tender, about 30 minutes.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10g

Notes

Feel free to customize this dish with your favorite veggies or proteins. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. When reheating, add a splash of chicken broth to restore moisture.

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