Soy-Free Savory Meat and Rice Pilaf
Elevate your dinner table with this hearty and flavorful Soy-Free Savory Meat and Rice Pilaf! Perfect for those seeking a comforting, soy-free dish, this recipe combines tender, seasoned chicken thighs with aromatic long-grain rice simmered in chicken broth and infused with warm spices like ground turmeric and cumin. Vibrant additions of onions, garlic, and carrots bring depth and color, while a touch of fresh parsley and a squeeze of zesty lemon juice make each bite irresistible. Ready in under an hour, this one-pot meal is not only easy to prepare but also ideal for feeding a crowd, making it a go-to option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 pound Boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium Carrots, diced
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 1.5 cups Long-grain white rice, rinsed and drained
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 unit Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper.
Add the chicken to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same pot, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, onion, and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Add the diced carrots and cook for another 2 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
Stir in the rice, bay leaf, turmeric, and cumin. Return the browned chicken pieces to the pot.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid.
Once cooked, remove the bay leaf and fluff the rice with a fork.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side for an added zing.
Enjoy your savory, soy-free meat and rice pilaf!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1929 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.9 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.9 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 426 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 5084 mg | 221% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.8 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 127.4 g | 255% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 403 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 3261 mg | 69% | |
*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.
