Garlic & Ginger Chicken and Rice Recipe ๐๐
Overview:
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Servings: 2
Description:
Looking for an easy and savory meal option? Look no further than this delightful Garlic & Ginger Chicken and Rice recipe! Crafted as a lighter twist on the classic baked chicken and rice, this dish swaps out heavy cream soups for flavorful broth and adds a kick with aromatic garlic and ginger. The beauty of this recipe lies in its adaptabilityโfeel free to adjust the garlic and ginger quantities according to your taste preferences. For a wholesome one-dish meal, consider tossing in your favorite veggies like broccoli!
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup brown rice
- 1 onion
- 1/2 head of garlic
- 2-inch piece of fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). |
| 2 | In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. |
| 3 | Sautรฉ onions, garlic, and ginger until the onion turns translucent and fragrant. |
| 4 | Add uncooked rice to the skillet and continue to sautรฉ until the rice emits a nutty aroma. |
| 5 | Transfer the rice mixture and chicken broth to a baking dish coated with nonstick spray. |
| 6 | Season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences. |
| 7 | Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture, ensuring they are skin side down if the skin is intact. |
| 8 | Cover the baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the chicken is tender. |
| 9 | If you opted to leave the skin on the chicken, uncover the dish for the last 15-20 minutes of baking to allow the skin to crisp up. |
| 10 | Once cooked, serve hot and enjoy your flavorful Garlic & Ginger Chicken and Rice! |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 484
- Fat: 19.3g
- Saturated Fat: 4.7g
- Cholesterol: 92.8mg
- Sodium: 96.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 41.3g
- Fiber: 2.3g
- Sugar: 2.2g
- Protein: 34.5g
Indulge in the comforting flavors of tender chicken and fragrant rice, elevated with the aromatic essence of garlic and ginger. This recipe is perfect for those cozy weeknight dinners when you crave something wholesome and satisfying. Give it a try, and watch it become a staple in your kitchen repertoire! ๐
