Chicken and rice are affordable ingredients that are fairly easy to cook, making them a great choice for busy individuals and families on a budget. This article will provide you with a delicious and simple recipe for chicken and rice with cabbage. Simply follow the steps below and you'll have a tasty, filling meal in no time.
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CHICKEN, RICE & CABBAGE FOR THE FRUGAL AND TIME CRUNCHED FOL
I feed a family of 5, and often have the company of two more...it is important we eat well on a budget, and in some sort of realistic schedule so the kids can do their homework. My recipes for the weeknights tend to take less than an hour from start to finish...my preference is about 40 minutes. This recipe easily comes within that time. I have made these so many times, I don't need a recipe and you can tailor it to your tastes. Exact measurements suck if you don't bake. I cook so I do with what I have. (LOL) If I talk about stock, I am using (Tone's) chicken or beef base mixed with water. It is inexpensive, lasts in the fridge and makes meals really taste homemade. Far less expensive than stock or bullion...and easy to mix with water for what you need. This recipe, I made a lot when I was really broke. I was pregnant and needed to eat plenty of veggies. I never thought to make it, but my family loves it! Don't stress about the recipe. If you don't like carrots, or want less cabbage, fine. The bigger deal is to put in the veggies you like with the rice and proper liquid. It is comforting, 1 dish, fairly quick for a very homemade type meal...and inexpensive!
Provided by Tinks599
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place a little oil in a fryer pan or something similar. Season and fry your chicken. Once you flip it to the other side, place 1 cup of water or broth in pan, steam/poach the chicken with the lid on. It will come out tender and juicy.
- While the chicken is cooking, dice your onions.
- Slice the cabbage in half, then cut each half into thin strips.
- Remove the chicken from the pan when done, cut. I used kitchen shears and tongs. Then I can effectively cut a plate of chicken while it is hot and save my fingers. Reserve the liquid from the chicken a measuring cup.
- Add a small bit more oil to the pan, enough to get the onions sizzling. Saute until translucent. They will get a lot of flavor from the chicken renderings!
- Add the cabbage. Mix in well, and let the cabbage cook down a bit. Adding a touch of salt will help the cabbage wilt.
- Add back in, the chicken.
- Add the julienne carrots and dry rice.
- Add the full 4 1/2 cups of water or chicken broth. Mix well and tap or pat everything down flat with your spoon.
- Season appropriately with salt and pepper (if needed). You'll need more if you don't use chicken stock -- less if you do.
- Place the lid on top and cook until the rice is done. Usually about 16-20 minutes on medium or medium low heat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.8, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 30.9, Sodium 75.6, Carbohydrate 63.7, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 7.1, Protein 16.9
CHICKEN 'N' RICE FILLED CABBAGE ROLLS
Make and share this Chicken 'n' Rice Filled Cabbage Rolls recipe from Food.com.
Provided by carolinafan
Categories Healthy
Time 2h10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring 6 cups water to a boil in Dutch oven over high heat.
- Add cabbage leaves and reduce heat to low. Simmer, covered, 10 to 12 minutes or until cabbage leaves are tender. Drain, rinse under cold running water.
- Cook and stir onion and garlic in oil in large skillet over medium heat 6 to 8 minutes or until tender.
- Remove 1/2 cup onion mixture. Add tomato sauce, water, brown sugar, lemon juice and allspice to onion mixture in skillet.
- Cook, uncovered 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Preheat oven to 350. Spread 1/3 cup tomato sauce over bottom of 13x9-inch baking dish.
- Combine reserved onion mixture, chicken, rice, egg, salt and black pepper; mix well.
- Place about 1/3 cup mixture in center of each cabbage leaf. Fold sides over filling; roll up.
- Arrange cabbage rolls, seam side down, on sauce in pan. Spoon remaining sauce evenly over cabbage rolls.
- Cover dish with foil. Bake 1 hour 15 minutes or until very tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.5, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 131.6, Sodium 826, Carbohydrate 38.9, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 18.7, Protein 31.9
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are best for this recipe, as they cook quickly and evenly.
- Use a large skillet or wok. This will help to ensure that the chicken and vegetables cook evenly.
- Cook the chicken over medium-high heat. This will help to sear the chicken and lock in the juices.
- Add the vegetables to the skillet once the chicken is cooked through. This will help to prevent the vegetables from becoming overcooked.
- Use a low-sodium soy sauce. This will help to keep the dish from being too salty.
- Serve the chicken and rice immediately. This will help to ensure that the dish is hot and flavorful.
Conclusion:
Chicken and rice is a classic dish that is enjoyed by people all over the world. It is a simple dish to make, but it can be packed with flavor. The addition of cabbage adds a bit of crunch and freshness to the dish. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It is also a great option for meal prep, as it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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