Solo Mediterranean Chicken Pilaf
🕒 Total Time: 35 minutes
🥘 Cook Time: 30 minutes
🔪 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 1
Description:
This recipe is a product of spontaneity and creativity, born from a moment of inspiration in the kitchen. It all started with a single olive in a jar, leading to the creation of a flavorful dish that celebrates the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. Cooking, after all, is not just about following recipes but embracing the adventure of culinary exploration.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Boneless skinless chicken breast |
| 1/2 | Green bell pepper |
| 2 | Roma tomatoes |
| 1/3 | Rice |
| 1 | Green olives |
| 1/4 | Salt |
| 1/8 | Ground pepper |
| 1 | Olive oil |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 674
- Fat Content: 32.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 68.4mg
- Sodium Content: 2343.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 63.5g
- Fiber Content: 7g
- Sugar Content: 5.3g
- Protein Content: 34.3g
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Start by slicing the Roma tomatoes and seasoning them with salt and pepper. Set them aside.
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Heat Oil: In a frying pan with a tight-fitting cover, heat olive oil over medium heat.
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Sauté Rice and Chicken: Add the rice to the heated oil and stir until all the grains are coated. Then, add the chicken to the pan and continue to stir until it starts to brown.
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Add Vegetables: Introduce the green bell pepper, sliced Roma tomatoes, basil, and the juice from the jar of green olives into the pan.
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Cover and Cook: Cover the pan, reduce the flame to very low, and resist the temptation to peek. Allow the mixture to cook undisturbed for 15 minutes.
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Let It Rest: After the cooking time, remove the pan from the heat but keep it covered. Let the pilaf sit for another 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the rice to finish cooking through.
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Serve: Once rested, uncover the pan and fluff the pilaf with a fork. Plate it up and enjoy your solo Mediterranean chicken pilaf, a delightful dish packed with flavors and textures reminiscent of the sunny shores of the Mediterranean.
Whether you’re cooking for one or looking to impress guests with a simple yet elegant meal, this solo Mediterranean chicken pilaf is sure to please the palate and satisfy the soul. So, embrace your inner culinary artist, and let the flavors of the Mediterranean transport you to a world of gastronomic delight!
