Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup uncooked yellow rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken and cook until browned on both sides.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish.
- Add the onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.
- Stir in the rice, chicken broth, turmeric, cumin, and paprika.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Pour the rice mixture over the chicken in the baking dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 25g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Tender chicken breast
- Fluffy yellow rice
- Vibrant colors from the bell peppers
User Comments:
- "This dish was so easy to make and so delicious! The chicken was juicy and the rice was perfectly cooked."
- "I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The turmeric and cumin gave it a warm and exotic taste."
- "This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also perfect for entertaining guests."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to wash your hands and all utensils thoroughly before handling food.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- If you don't have yellow rice, you can use white rice instead.
- You can also add other vegetables to this dish, such as corn, peas, or carrots.
