Kid Friendly Chicken and Rice
Serve up comfort and convenience with this Kid Friendly Chicken and Rice recipe—a wholesome, one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights! Featuring tender chicken bites, fluffy white rice, and a medley of carrots and peas, this dish is both nourishing and irresistibly kid-approved. Seasoned with gentle flavors like garlic and onion powder, it strikes the perfect balance between savory and mild, making it ideal for little taste buds. Optional shredded cheddar cheese adds a creamy, indulgent finish that kids will adore. With only 10 minutes of prep and a total cook time of just 30 minutes, this family-friendly recipe is a lifesaver for hectic schedules. Plus, it's a great way to sneak in veggies while keeping cleanup to a minimum!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups unsalted chicken broth
- 2 cups white rice
- 1 medium carrot, finely diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
Dice the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
In a large pot or deep skillet with a lid, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced chicken to the melted butter and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned but not fully cooked through.
Add the diced carrot, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the carrots start to soften slightly.
Pour the chicken broth into the pot and bring it to a gentle boil.
Stir in the white rice, ensuring it is evenly distributed. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
After 20 minutes, stir in the frozen peas and allow the mixture to cook for another 3-5 minutes or until the rice is tender, the peas are heated through, and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
Optional: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy for an extra kid-friendly touch.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1643 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.2 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.6 g | 143% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 422 mg | 141% | |
| Sodium | 3333 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.8 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 144.7 g | 289% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 592 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1861 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
