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
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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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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make A Quick Chicken And Rice Meal For Busy Nights?

A Quick Chicken And Rice Meal For Busy Nights takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in A Quick Chicken And Rice Meal For Busy Nights?

A Quick Chicken And Rice Meal For Busy Nights has approximately 369.3 calories per serving, with about 67 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 22 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for A Quick Chicken And Rice Meal For Busy Nights?

The key ingredients for A Quick Chicken And Rice Meal For Busy Nights are Cooking Spray, Boneless Chicken Breasts, Low Fat Cream Of Chicken Soup, Water, Paprika, Black Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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