Chicken And Rice Oriental Recipe

Quick and easy weeknight dinner! This one-pan Chicken and Rice Oriental recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you crave something flavorful and satisfying without the fuss. Using pre-cooked chicken saves time, but feel free to use leftover roasted chicken or cook your own for extra depth of flavor. This recipe is packed with delicious Asian-inspired flavors and makes fantastic leftovers for lunch the next day!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 24 mins
Calories 145 kcal
Protein 37g
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Ingredients for Chicken And Rice Oriental

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How to Make Chicken And Rice Oriental

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works great!) and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
  3. Stir in 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice, 1 packet (1 ounce) Oriental sauce mix, and 1 ½ cups hot water.
  4. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 9 minutes, or until most of the liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons peanut butter. Stir until the peanut butter is melted and smooth.
  7. Add 1 cup chopped vegetables (such as carrots, peas, and bell peppers).
  8. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently, for 1-2 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  9. Remove from heat and let stand for 2 minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

14g

Carbs

1g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicken And Rice Oriental?

Chicken And Rice Oriental takes about 34 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 24 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicken And Rice Oriental?

Chicken And Rice Oriental has approximately 145 calories per serving, with about 37 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicken And Rice Oriental?

The key ingredients for Chicken And Rice Oriental are Butter, Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast, Betty Crocker Chicken Helper Chicken And Herb Rice, Hot Water, Soy Sauce, Brown Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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