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A Quick Chicken And Rice Meal For Busy Nights Recipe

This speedy recipe, inspired by Campbell's but made healthier, delivers a delicious chicken and rice dinner perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with flavor and ready in just 20 minutes, it's a family favorite that's both satisfying and waist-friendly!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 369.3 kcal
Protein 67g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for A Quick Chicken And Rice Meal For Busy Nights

  • Cooking Spray, as needed
  • 1 lb Boneless Chicken Breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 (10 3/4 ounce) can Low Fat Cream Of Chicken Soup
  • 1 1/2 cups Water
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 cups Cooked Brown Rice
  • 2 cups fresh Broccoli Florets
  • Fresh Parsley, optional, for garnish

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How to Make A Quick Chicken And Rice Meal For Busy Nights

  1. Spray a large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Add the cream of chicken soup, water, paprika, pepper, and garlic powder to the skillet. Stir to combine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  6. Stir in the cooked rice and broccoli.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet.
  8. Season the chicken with an additional pinch of paprika and pepper.
  9. Cover the skillet and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and heated through and the broccoli is tender.
  10. Serve immediately. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).
  11. Enjoy this healthy and quick weeknight meal! Serve with a side salad and rolls for a complete dinner.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

20g

Carbs

8g

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