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Healthy Brown Rice Bowl with Chicken and Broccoli Recipe

  • Author: lila
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Brown Rice Bowl with Chicken and Broccoli is a delicious and nutritious meal that combines tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and hearty brown rice in a savory sauce. Perfect for meal prepping or a quick weeknight dinner, this one-bowl wonder is sure to satisfy your cravings!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

Instructions

  1. Start by rinsing 1 cup of brown rice under cold water to remove excess starch. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed. Once done, fluff it with a fork and set aside.
  2. While the rice is cooking, slice 1 pound of chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Season it with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they’re golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add a little more oil if necessary, and toss in 2 cups of broccoli florets. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until they are vibrant green and slightly tender. Add minced garlic (2-3 cloves) and grated ginger (1 tablespoon) to the skillet, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the broccoli. Pour in 3 tablespoons of soy sauce and stir everything together until well combined and heated through.
  6. To serve, spoon the cooked brown rice into bowls, and top with the chicken and broccoli mixture. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 65 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg

Keywords: This dish is great for meal prepping. You can customize the veggies and add other ingredients like carrots or bell peppers. For a bit of heat, consider adding red pepper flakes or sriracha sauce.

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Find it online: https://kitchenyumm.com/healthy-brown-rice-bowl-with-chicken-and-broccoli-recipe/