Description
Simple and nutritious meals perfect for busy weeknights that the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups brown rice
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 carrot, grated
Instructions
- Cook brown rice according to package instructions.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Add bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Sauté for 3 minutes.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Stir in broccoli and carrot. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve chicken and vegetables over brown rice.
Notes
- Replace chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Add more vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms if desired.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: healthy dinner, quick meals, family recipes, weeknight dinner