Solo Chicken Breast and Wild Rice Recipe 🍗🌾
Cook Time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 40 minutes
Servings: 1
Description
Cooking the chicken breast whole keeps the meat moist, and layering the ingredients ensures that flavors beautifully mingle with the rice. Feel free to get creative with your choice of spices. After all, cooking is a Creative Sport! 🎨🍽️
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/3 cup | Wild rice |
| 1 cup | Chicken broth |
| 1 cup | Mushrooms (sliced) |
| 1/3 | Onion (sliced) |
| 1 | Boneless, skinless chicken breast |
| 1 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 tsp | Black pepper |
Instructions
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Prepare the Wild Rice
- Combine the wild rice and chicken broth in a covered saucepan.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 40 minutes until the rice is tender and fluffy.
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Prep the Chicken Breast
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Rub the chicken breast with olive oil, then season generously with salt and black pepper.
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Layering for Flavor
- Once the wild rice is cooked, transfer it to a baking dish.
- Place the seasoned chicken breast on top of the rice.
- Layer the sliced onions over the chicken.
- Finally, pour the sliced mushrooms and the liquid from the can over everything.
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Bake to Perfection
- Cover the baking dish with a lid or foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors have melded beautifully.
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Serve and Enjoy!
- Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven.
- Allow it to rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Spoon some of the delicious rice onto a plate, then top with a juicy piece of chicken breast.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and savor every bite of this wholesome, flavorful dish!
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 527.8
- Fat: 17.4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.8g
- Cholesterol: 68.4mg
- Sodium: 2014.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 50.6g
- Fiber: 5.5g
- Sugar: 6.2g
- Protein: 44g
Tips and Variations
- Spice it Up: Experiment with different herbs and spices to customize the flavors to your liking. Try adding paprika, thyme, or a dash of cayenne pepper for a kick!
- Veggie Boost: Feel free to add more veggies to the dish. Bell peppers, zucchini, or even spinach would make delicious additions.
- Make it Creamy: For a creamy twist, stir in a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream into the cooked wild rice before serving.
- Meal Prep Friendly: This dish is great for meal prep! Make a batch at the beginning of the week for easy, delicious lunches or dinners.
- Serve with: Pair this Solo Chicken Breast and Wild Rice with a simple side salad, roasted veggies, or crusty bread to complete the meal.
Cooking solo doesn’t mean skimping on flavor or nutrition. With this hearty and wholesome recipe, you’ll have a delicious meal that’s both satisfying and easy to make. Enjoy every forkful of tender chicken, flavorful rice, and aromatic mushrooms! 🍽️✨
