Description
This vibrant chicken and yellow rice recipe is a flavorful and comforting dish that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion. Featuring juicy chicken and perfectly spiced rice, it’s a meal that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 pieces of chicken (thighs or drumsticks)
- 1 ½ cups long-grain rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- In a pot, heat olive oil and sauté onions, garlic, and bell pepper until tender.
- Add turmeric and paprika, stirring to coat vegetables.
- Add chicken, browning on both sides.
- Pour in rice and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Place the lid on and let it cook gently over low heat for 20 to 25 minutes.
- Let rest, garnish with herbs, and serve.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, marinate chicken with olive oil, garlic, and paprika for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Add vegetables like carrots or peas for additional color and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Spanish, Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg