Lemon & Herb Chicken and Rice

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A flavorful dish combining chicken, rice, and a blend of spices with a lemon and herb twist.

Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
45min
Lemon & Herb Chicken and Rice recipe

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 plate)

Main Ingredients

  • 1cup
    rice
  • 4
    chicken breasts
  • 1clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1tsp
    rosemary
  • 1/2
    red pepper
  • 1/2
    yellow pepper
  • 1/2
    green pepper
  • 1/2
    red onion
  • 1tbsp
    exotic lemon & herb spice
  • 1tsp
    Robertson garlic & herb spice
  • 1tbsp
    paprika
  • 1tsp
    turmeric
  • Lemon & herb sauce
  • Black pepper
  • Oil

How to make Lemon & Herb Chicken and Rice

Cooking Instructions

  1. Cook the rice according to the package instructions. After rinsing, add turmeric to the rice.

  2. Cut the chicken breasts into cubes. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

  3. Add the chicken and spices to the pan. Once the chicken is cooked, add the peppers, red onion, rosemary, and garlic. Fry until the vegetables are cooked.

  4. Add the lemon & herb sauce and then mix in the cooked rice.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

69.0kcal (3.45%)

Protein

1.6g (3.26%)

Carbs

15.0g (5.45%)

Sugars

0.4g (0.76%)

Healthy Fat

0.2g

Unhealthy Fat

0.1g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon & herb sauce for 30 minutes before cooking

FAQS

  1. Can I use brown rice instead of white rice?

    Yes, you can use brown rice, but adjust the cooking time as needed.

  2. What can I use as a substitute for the exotic lemon & herb spice?

    You can use a mix of lemon zest, dried herbs, and a pinch of salt as a substitute.

  3. Is this dish spicy?

    The dish has a mild spice level due to the paprika. You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less paprika.

  4. Can I add other vegetables to this dish?

    Yes, feel free to add vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for more variety.

  5. How can I make this dish dairy-free?

    Ensure that the lemon & herb sauce and spices used are dairy-free.

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