Easy Chicken and Rice

Gluten Free
Health score
23%
Easy Chicken and Rice
30 min.
6
408kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delicious meal that the whole family will love? Look no further than this Easy Chicken and Rice recipe! In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying dish that is not only gluten-free but also packed with flavor and nutrition. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any time you need a hearty main course, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Imagine tender, juicy rotisserie chicken combined with fresh vegetables like vibrant bell peppers and earthy mushrooms, all brought together with a rich tomato pasta sauce and creamy Parmesan cheese. The best part? It’s all cooked in one skillet, making cleanup a breeze! With a caloric count of just 408 kcal per serving, you can indulge without the guilt.

This dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable. Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or adjust the seasonings to suit your taste. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just looking for a comforting meal for yourself, this Easy Chicken and Rice recipe is the perfect solution. So grab your frying pan and get ready to enjoy a delightful meal that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
  • oz mushrooms fresh sliced ( 3 cups)
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • medium spring onion with tops, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • oz parmesan shredded
  • cup pasta sauce 
  • cup rice long-grain white uncooked
  • cups rotisserie chicken cut shredded (from 2-lb chicken)
  • 2.3 cups water 
  • small bell pepper red yellow cut into bite-size strips ( 2 cups)

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cook rice in water as directed on package.
  2. Meanwhile, in deep 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook mushrooms, bell peppers, onions and garlic in oil 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are tender.
  3. Remove from heat until rice is cooked.
  4. Stir rice, pasta sauce, broth, chicken and 1/2 cup of the cheese into vegetable mixture; cook over medium-low heat about 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mixture is hot.
  5. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and the parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories408kcal
Protein32.24%
Fat36.28%
Carbs31.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
43.2
Glycemic Load
16.44
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
17.267826220264%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
4.31mg
Luteolin
0.28mg
Kaempferol
0.31mg
Myricetin
0.38mg
Quercetin
2.42mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:408.29kcal
20.41%
Fat:16.6g
25.54%
Saturated Fat:5.57g
34.8%
Carbohydrates:32.41g
10.8%
Net Carbohydrates:30.18g
10.97%
Sugar:2.99g
3.32%
Cholesterol:88.95mg
29.65%
Sodium:855.66mg
37.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.19g
66.39%
Vitamin K:78.53µg
74.79%
Vitamin C:55.8mg
67.64%
Calcium:265.34mg
26.53%
Manganese:0.5mg
24.94%
Phosphorus:227.71mg
22.77%
Selenium:13.16µg
18.79%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.28%
Copper:0.31mg
15.43%
Vitamin A:742.15IU
14.84%
Vitamin B3:2.72mg
13.59%
Potassium:422.48mg
12.07%
Vitamin B5:1.17mg
11.65%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.06%
Vitamin E:1.47mg
9.82%
Folate:36.19µg
9.05%
Fiber:2.23g
8.92%
Zinc:1.32mg
8.82%
Iron:1.58mg
8.79%
Magnesium:34.97mg
8.74%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.41%
Vitamin B12:0.25µg
4.1%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%