Best 6 Chicken And Rice With Meat Recipes

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Cooking a delicious and flavorful dish of chicken and rice with meat can be a delightful experience. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, finding the perfect recipe is key to creating a meal that will tantalize your taste buds. With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one. This article aims to guide you through the process of selecting the best recipe for chicken and rice with meat, taking into account various factors such as cooking techniques, ingredients, flavors, and dietary preferences. From classic recipes passed down through generations to innovative culinary creations, we'll explore the vast world of chicken and rice dishes to help you uncover the perfect recipe for your next meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THE BEST CHICKEN AND RICE



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Could classic chicken and rice be one of the most beloved comfort dinners to ever hit the plate? We think so. And to blow your mind even more, this version is made in just one skillet. Here we use bone-in, skin on chicken thighs which cook up in exactly the same time as the rice to guarantee juicy chicken. A quick broil at the end creates the perfect crispy skin and gives a little crunch to the rice and vegetables.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons canola oil
4 to 6 bone-in, skin on chicken thighs (about 6 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 medium carrots (about 12 ounces), sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
3 stalks celery (about 9 ounces), sliced 1/4-inch thick
2 large shallots (about 4 ounces), finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves, chopped
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup long-grain rice
4 cups low-sodium chicken stock
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Toss the chicken with the paprika, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Place the chicken skin-side down in the skillet and cook undisturbed until the skin is golden but not too dark, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the chicken to a plate using a metal spatula and add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet.
  • Add the carrots, celery and shallots to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened but not yet turning golden, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, thyme, oregano, lemon zest, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook just until you begin to smell the garlic, about 1 minute. Stir in the rice and cook undisturbed until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes. Pour in the broth, add 1/2 teaspoon salt and stir to combine, then add the chicken thighs back to the pan, skin-side up. Bring the liquid to a boil then cover, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Remove the lid from the pan and broil until the chicken skin is crispy and golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle with the chives.

TEX-MEX SKILLET CHICKEN AND RICE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup salsa verde
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 12-ounce bag small broccoli florets (about 4 cups)
1 large red bell pepper, diced
3 scallions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
3 cloves garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken, skin removed
3 cups frozen cooked brown rice, heated as directed
1 1/4 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler. Whisk the salsa, sour cream and 3/4 cup water in a bowl.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli, bell pepper, scallion whites and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until softened, about 6 minutes. Add the cumin and stir until toasted, 30 seconds.
  • Stir in the chicken, rice, salsa mixture and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer until heated through and saucy, 1 to 3 minutes. Fold in half of the cheese; top with the rest. Broil until the cheese melts, 2 to 4 minutes. Top with the scallion greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570, Fat 33 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Cholesterol 78 milligrams, Sodium 1264 milligrams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 26 grams, Sugar 8 grams

CHICKEN AND RICE



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Quickest thing going. Even my 12 year old son can make it in less than 15 minutes! Great for kids, big and small alike. Believe it or not, this dish is ready to eat in about 10 minutes! Delicious!

Provided by R.E. Vincent

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups instant rice
1 (5 ounce) can chicken chunks, drained
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup

Steps:

  • Prepare rice according to package directions.
  • When rice is ready, add chicken to pot and continue to stir over low heat. Mix in soup, and continue cooking until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 456.1 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

ONE-PAN CHICKEN AND RICE WITH PRESERVED LEMON



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This skillet chicken and basmati rice dish is anything but plain and humble. A homemade seasoning mix, preserved lemon and spiced and pan-seared chicken breasts give the dish bold flavor that's hard to resist. It's quick enough to make as a delicious weeknight dinner but tasty enough for entertaining or a special-occasion meal.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups basmati rice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
Kosher salt
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 to 8 ounces each)
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 preserved lemon (see Cook's Note)
3/4 cup pitted green olives
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup parsley leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • Rinse and drain the rice 3 to 5 times to get rid of excess starch. Set aside.
  • Combine the cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, turmeric and 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and sprinkle them on both sides with half of the spice mixture.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large (12-inch) pan or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. When hot (but not smoking), add the chicken and sear until it forms a golden brown crust, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  • Pour the remaining 2 tablespoons oil into the same pan and place over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until golden, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the rice and the remaining spice mix and stir to combine.
  • Remove the flesh of the preserved lemon (discard the seeds and save the flesh for another use). Finely chop the lemon rind (peel). Add the rind to the rice followed by the olives. Stir to evenly distribute the olives. Pour the broth and 1 1/2 cups water into the pan and increase the heat to medium high. Bring to a simmer, place the chicken breasts back in the pan and cover the pan. Reduce the heat to medium and cook until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes (see Cook's Note).
  • You can serve the chicken as is, or shred it and add it back to the rice. Serve sprinkled with parsley.

ONE-POT CRISPY CHICKEN AND RICE



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This meal is so comforting and family friendly. My kids eat every morsel on their plates. This is also a super economical way to feed a family or a large crowd. Great served with green beans, broccoli, or a salad.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
6 (4 ounce) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
⅔ cup finely chopped yellow onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups uncooked long-grain rice
3 cups chicken stock, divided, or more to taste
1 tablespoon finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 medium lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken thighs evenly with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  • Place chicken skin-side down in the Dutch oven; cook undisturbed until golden crisp and easily released from the bottom, about 5 minutes. Flip chicken and cook for 3 minutes more. Transfer to a plate and set aside. Chicken will not be cooked through at this point.
  • Add butter to the drippings and melt. Add onion and cook, stirring often, until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook for 1 minute. Add rice; cook, stirring to coat grains in drippings and lightly toast, about 1 minute. Stir in 3 cups stock and remaining salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the Dutch oven. Place the chicken thighs over the rice.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until all liquid has been absorbed and chicken is cooked through, 45 to 55 minutes. Add remaining stock if liquid is absorbed before rice and chicken are cooked through. Sprinkle with parsley and squeeze lemon juice over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.6 g, Cholesterol 76.5 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 891.4 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

5-INGREDIENT CHICKEN & RICE



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I think this chicken and rice recipe is a favorite to my family because of the onion soup mix that is sprinkled on top. It gives the dinner a little 'zing'. Much different than the other chicken and rice dinners I've made. Even better because it's so simple to make.

Provided by jen k

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h10m

Yield 1 casserole dinner, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can cream of chicken soup
1 can water
1 cup of uncooked instant rice
10 pieces chicken (or less)
1 envelope onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Mix soup, water add rice in a large baking pan.
  • Arrange chicken over rice and soup mixture.
  • Sprinkle with onion soup mix.
  • Cover tightly with foil and bake for 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 724.9, Fat 42.3, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 193.6, Sodium 1498.3, Carbohydrate 31.4, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.9, Protein 50.9

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. Look for fresh, free-range chicken, and high-quality rice. You can also use vegetable or chicken broth instead of water for a more flavorful dish.
  • Cook the rice perfectly: Rice is the foundation of this dish, so it's important to cook it correctly. Rinse the rice before cooking to remove any starch, and then cook it according to the package directions.
  • Sear the chicken: Searing the chicken before adding it to the rice helps to lock in the flavor and create a crispy skin.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This dish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Add your favorites, such as carrots, celery, onion, broccoli, or zucchini.
  • Season the dish well: Don't be afraid to add plenty of seasoning to this dish. Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder are all good options. You can also add a bay leaf or two for extra flavor.
  • Let the dish rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the rice to absorb the sauce.

Conclusion:

Chicken and rice with meat is a classic dish that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish even better. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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