Best 7 Herb Chicken With Rice Recipes

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Are you seeking an appetizing and flavorful dish that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than herb chicken with rice, a culinary masterpiece that effortlessly combines the savory flavors of succulent chicken and aromatic herbs with the comforting warmth of fluffy rice. This delightful recipe promises a symphony of textures and flavors, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying meal that will leave you craving more.

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HERBED CHICKEN WITH WILD RICE



Herbed Chicken with Wild Rice image

My family is always very busy. With three kids involved in many different after-school and evening activities, it's nice to come home to a meal that's already prepared and ready to eat! -Becky Gifford, Conway, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (6 ounces) long grain and wild rice mix
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon butter
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 cup water
3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon

Steps:

  • Place rice in a 5-qt. slow cooker; set aside seasoning packet. In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil and butter. Add to slow cooker. In the same skillet, saute mushrooms until tender; place over chicken., In a small bowl, combine the soup, water, bacon, herbs and contents of seasoning packet. Pour over top. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 890mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

INSTANT POT® GARLIC-HERB CHICKEN THIGHS AND RICE



Instant Pot® Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs and Rice image

This one-pot chicken and rice recipe is a family super hit. Flavorful and fluffy, buttery rice with juicy chicken thighs makes this a perfect Instant Pot® dinner dish. While serving, sprinkle some parsley and Parmesan cheese over.

Provided by Subha

Time 1h5m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 ½ cups basmati rice
5 (5 ounce) bone-in chicken thighs
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons chili powder, divided
1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or more to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, chopped
1 ½ tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon ground paprika
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
1 ½ teaspoons ground thyme
1 ½ teaspoons dried parsley
2 cups chicken stock

Steps:

  • Rinse rice until it runs clear; drain excess water and let sit.
  • Season chicken with lemon juice, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add oil to heat. Sear seasoned chicken thighs in the hot oil until golden and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  • Add butter to the pot, followed by onion; saute until onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook and stir for 30 seconds. Add remaining chili powder, paprika, oregano, thyme, and parsley; season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well. Add drained rice. Gently stir to toast, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in chicken stock.
  • Arrange seared chicken thighs and any accumulated juices on top in a single layer. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 8 to 10 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Let rest for another 10 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.7 calories, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 99.9 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 29.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 866.6 mg, Sugar 2 g

HERBED CHICKEN AND RICE



Herbed Chicken and Rice image

Marjoram, thyme, rosemary and sage make this main dish taste like Thanksgiving. Your family will love the crunchy surprise of chopped walnuts. -Cindy Reams, Philipsburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
1 tablespoon butter
2 large carrots, shredded
1 small onion, chopped
2 cups hot water
1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/8 teaspoon rubbed sage
2 cups uncooked instant rice
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute chicken in butter for 3-4 minutes. Add the carrots and onion; saute until tender. , Add water and seasonings; bring to a boil. Stir in the rice. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 66mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY HERB RICE



Easy Herb Rice image

This is an easy staple to add to a variety of different meals, added to a stir-fry, or just have a few veggies thrown in. Save money by buying rice in bulk and adding your own seasonings rather than buying it boxed and pre-mixed. The required ingredients are shown in the photo.

Provided by tina122372

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups water
1 teaspoon instant beef bouillon granules
2 teaspoons dried minced onion
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried marjoram
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
1 cup white rice

Steps:

  • Mix water, beef bouillon, onion, thyme, marjoram, and rosemary together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Add rice, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and rice is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 116.6 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

LEMON-HERB CHICKEN & RICE BAKE



Lemon-Herb Chicken & Rice Bake image

This dish was an experiment, which resulted in a flavorful success. The chicken breasts turned out very moist and perfectly seasoned, and the rice was just right with a light lemon flavor.

Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/2-inch thickness
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup white rice, uncooked
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In a baking pan, stir butter and rice until rice is thoroughly coated. Then stir in chicken broth, white wine and lemon juice.
  • In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, basil, oregano, salt and pepper. With this mixture, evenly season both sides of chicken breasts.
  • Place chicken breasts atop rice mixture.
  • Tightly cover baking pan with aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until the rice has absorbed all of the liquid, and chicken juices run clear when breasts are pierced.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 637.1, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 99, Sodium 649.7, Carbohydrate 78.6, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 1.1, Protein 35.1

CHICKEN AND RICE WITH CREAMY HERB SAUCE



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This recipe comes from the best of Cooking Light magazine all time favorites from readers. It's simple and easy.

Provided by Asha1126

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup water
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule
4 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon water
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
0.5 (6 ounce) container light cream cheese, garlic and spices flavored
4 cups hot cooked long-grain rice

Steps:

  • Bring first three ingredients to a boil in a large skillet, add chicken. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes, turning chicken after 8 minutes. Remove chicken from pan, set aside and keep warm.
  • Bring cooking liquid to boil, cook 5 minutes or until reduced to about 2/3 cup.
  • Combine 1 tablespoon water and cornstarch, add to skillet. Bring to a boil, cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Add cream cheese, cook until well blended, stirring constantly with a whisk.
  • Return chicken to sauce, warm through but do not boil.
  • Serve chicken over rice, spoon sauce over chicken.

HERB & RICOTTA CHICKEN WITH MUSHROOM RICE



Herb & ricotta chicken with mushroom rice image

Stuff chicken breasts with a creamy garlic and Parmesan filling for a special, yet super-healthy, dinner that provides folate, iron and two of your 5-a-day

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 ½ tsp rapeseed oil
2 leeks , washed and sliced
180g closed cup mushrooms , roughly sliced
125g brown basmati rice
3 thyme sprigs
2 tsp vegetable bouillon powder
60g ricotta
good handful basil , chopped, plus a few small leaves, to serve
1 garlic clove , finely grated
10g parmesan , finely grated
2 skinless chicken breast fillets
handful chopped parsley , plus extra to serve

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tsp oil in a large pan, then add the leeks and stir-fry until softened and charred around the edges. Tip in the mushrooms and cook until softened.
  • Stir in the rice and thyme sprigs with the bouillon powder, then pour in 700ml boiling water. Cover and leave to simmer for 30 mins.
  • While the rice is cooking, mix the ricotta with the basil, garlic and parmesan. Cut a slash in the top of each chicken breast, then slightly open out and spoon on the ricotta mix. Heat the remaining 1½ tsp oil in a small frying pan, then add the chicken, ricotta-side up. Cover with a lid and cook over a low heat for 10 mins. Once cooked, turn off the heat and leave while you wait for the rice to finish cooking.
  • Pour any juices from the chicken into the rice, then cook for 5 mins more to get rid of any excess moisture. Stir the parsley through the rice, remove the thyme sprigs and spoon onto two plates, top with the chicken, and scatter over the basil and more parsley leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514 calories, Fat 12 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 52 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 47 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use a variety of herbs to create a flavorful dish. Some good options include rosemary, thyme, oregano, and basil.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different cooking techniques. You can bake, roast, or grill the chicken. You can also cook the rice in a variety of ways, such as boiling, steaming, or using a rice cooker.
  • Make sure the chicken is cooked through before serving. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the chicken with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Herb chicken with rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a variety of herbs and cooking techniques to choose from, you can create a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a simple and flavorful meal, give herb chicken with rice a try.

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