Description
A vibrant and comforting dish featuring chicken, rice, and fresh spices, perfect for family gatherings and easy weeknight dinners.
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 the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir until the onion softens and becomes fragrant.
- Sprinkle the turmeric, paprika, salt, and pepper over the chicken, mixing well.
- Pour in the rinsed rice and toss to combine.
- Carefully add the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- Stir in the spinach until it wilts, then squeeze in the lemon juice and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve topped with Greek yogurt if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs for garnishing and serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: turmeric chicken, rice recipe, easy dinner, family meal, comfort food