How to Make Easy Chicken and Yellow Rice - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken and yellow rice is a classic and comforting dish that is easy to prepare and perfect for a weeknight dinner. This recipe combines tender, juicy chicken with flavorful yellow rice, creating a hearty and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

One of the best things about this dish is how simple it is to make. With just a few basic ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have a delicious and wholesome meal on the table in no time. Plus, the combination of protein-pac...

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Ingredients

  • 5 ½ cups water
  • 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced (Optional)
  • 1 (16 ounce) package yellow rice
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch poultry seasoning, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Bring water and chicken bouillon to a boil in a large skillet. Add chicken breasts and bell pepper; simmer over medium heat until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 20 minutes. Remove chicken and pour remaining broth into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Stir rice, plus the included seasoning packet, and olive oil into broth. Arrange chicken breast on top of rice; season with black pepper and poultry seasoning.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 45 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork before serving.
  • Nutrition

    427 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 45mg
    • Sodium: 1205mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 59g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 21mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 178mg