Spanish Rice with Chicken Recipe – Love the Taste!
If you’re looking for a warm, filling, and healthy dish that tastes amazing, this Spanish Rice with Chicken recipe is exactly what you need. It’s a simple meal you can make at home with easy steps. The best part? Everything bakes together in one dish, which means less mess and more flavor in every bite.
Equipment
- Equipment Needed
- These are the tools you’ll need to make this recipe:
- 1 large baking dish (9x13 inches)
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Sharp knife
- 1 measuring cup
- 1 measuring spoon set
- Aluminum foil (for covering while baking)
- 1 spatula or spoon
Ingredients
- Ingredients for Spanish Rice with Chicken
- Here is what you’ll need to make this warm and hearty recipe:
- 2 large chicken breasts boneless and skinless
- 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
- 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small red bell pepper chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder optional for a bit of spice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish optional
Instructions
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat Your Oven
- Turn on your oven and set it to 375°F (190°C). This helps the chicken bake evenly and keeps the rice soft and fluffy.
- Step 2: Prepare the Chicken
- Cut the chicken breasts in half to make four even pieces. Rub each piece with salt, pepper, paprika, and a little olive oil. Set aside.
- Step 3: Make the Rice Mix
- In a mixing bowl, combine the uncooked rice, chopped onions, minced garlic, red bell pepper, cumin, chili powder, and diced tomatoes (with liquid). Pour in the chicken broth and stir it all together.
- Step 4: Arrange in the Baking Dish
- Pour the rice mixture into your greased baking dish. Lay the seasoned chicken pieces on top of the rice. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
- Step 5: Bake the Dish
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for 45 minutes. Don’t open the foil during baking. This helps steam the rice and cook the chicken evenly.
- Step 6: Check and Serve
- After 45 minutes, remove the foil and check if the rice is fluffy and the chicken is cooked. You can garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro for extra color and taste.