Best 8 Quick Italian Chicken And Rice Recipes

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In the realm of quick and flavorful meals, few dishes can rival the convenience and deliciousness of Italian chicken and rice. This culinary masterpiece combines succulent chicken, tender rice, and an array of savory Italian herbs and spices, all coming together in a one-pot symphony of flavors. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of crafting the perfect Italian chicken and rice, ensuring a delightful meal that will impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK ITALIAN CHICKEN AND RICE



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This six-ingredient skillet goes from stovetop to tabletop in 20 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 package (12 to 14 oz) chicken breast tenders (not breaded)
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 can (14.5 oz) Italian-style stewed tomatoes, undrained
3/4 cup water
1 1/2 cups uncooked instant white rice

Steps:

  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken tenders on all sides with Italian seasoning; add to skillet. Cook 5 to 6 minutes, stirring constantly, until chicken is browned and no longer pink in center.
  • Stir in tomatoes and water. Heat to boiling. Stir in rice. Cover; remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 440 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

ITALIANO CHICKEN AND RICE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 3/4 cup Swanson® Chicken Stock
1 tablespoon canned diced tomatoes, drained
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, crushed
3/4 cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook the chicken and garlic in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until it's well browned, stirring often. Remove the chicken from the skillet.
  • Add the stock, tomatoes, Italian seasoning and rice to the skillet and heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Stir in the cheese. Return the chicken to the skillet. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.

ITALIAN CHICKEN AND RICE



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Travel to Italy in minutes, sort of, with our tasty Italian chicken and rice recipe. This Italian Chicken and Rice is simple and requires just one pan.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 Tbsp. oil
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
3 cups cut-up mixed fresh vegetables (broccoli, carrots and red peppers)
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1/4 cup KRAFT Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken; cook and stir until lightly browned, stirring occasionally.
  • Add vegetables; cook and stir 3 to 5 min. or until crisp-tender. Stir in broth. Bring to boil.
  • Stir in rice, dressing and cheese; cover. Reduce heat to low. Cook 5 min. or until liquid is absorbed and chicken is cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 530 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 24 g

ITALIAN CHICKEN & RICE FOR TWO



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Quick and easy Italian Chicken and Rice Dinner for Two. This actually came from my browsing the internet looking for something quick and easy for dinner for myself and my husband last night. I couldn't quite find what I wanted to do, so I improvised! Note: Do not add the wine too late or it does not cook down enough and you get that wine after taste to the dish!!

Provided by KDKasey

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 medium sweet onion, sliced into rings
1/4 medium red bell pepper, sliced lengthwise
1/4 medium green bell pepper, sliced lengthwise
2 tablespoons butter (may use olive oil instead)
1 tablespoon instant minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup dry white wine
14 ounces stewed tomatoes, do not drain
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (or romano cheese)
1 teaspoon dried basil (fresh is fine, just use less)
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced through center and then cut into strips lengthwise)
2 cups cooked white rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet on medium heat, add butter (or olive oil).
  • When butter is hot, add onions, red & green bell peppers, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stirring frequently so as not to burn your onions, continue to saute on medium heat until onions are translucent.
  • Add wine to skillet and continue to saute for another two minutes.
  • Add chicken to skillet and continue cooking until chicken is no longer pink.
  • Add stewed tomatoes, basil, and cheese to skillet. Turn heat down to medium-low and simmer while rice is cooking, stirring occasionally.
  • In a separate pot, make rice according to package directions.
  • When rice is cooked, place one serving of rice on a plate, and cover with chicken saute. Serve hot. Great with Italian bread and a small salad.

ITALIAN RICE WITH CHICKEN



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This one-pan dish is simple, but really looks the business when you're trying to impress

Provided by Lesley Waters

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tbsp olive oil
2 skinless boneless chicken breast fillets or 4 boneless thighs, cut into strips
1 red onion , cut into 8 wedges
2 orange peppers , halved, deseeded and sliced thickly
1 garlic clove , crushed
100g long grain rice
400g can chopped tomatoes
300ml chicken stock
4 tbsp ready-made pesto (you'll find long-life jars on the shelves with pasta sauces or more expensive fresh pots in the chiller cabinet)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Heat the oil in a large, shallow ovenproof pan, add the chicken and cook for 3-4 mins until golden all over. Remove from pan and set aside.
  • Add the onion and peppers, and cook for 3 mins or until lightly golden. Tip in the garlic and fry for a min. Stir in the rice, then the tomatoes, stock and reserved chicken. Turn up the heat and bring to the boil before transferring to the oven to cook, uncovered, for 20 mins. Season to taste and drizzle over the pesto before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 620 calories, Fat 22 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 62 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 49 grams protein, Sodium 1.5 milligram of sodium

ITALIAN CHICKEN AND RICE



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Make and share this Italian Chicken and Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Brianne K

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 ounce) package chicken tenders (skinless)
1 (8 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup white rice, uncooked
16 ounces chicken broth
1 tablespoon Italian spices
1/2 cup extra- sharp white cheddar cheese
1 -2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

Steps:

  • I use the eye and palm method of measuring my herbs. So the above measurements are estimated.
  • Shred cheese and set aside. I use 1/2 the brick. Cover or it will get hard.
  • Cut chicken into bite sized pieces.
  • I use either the tenders or 2 boneless skinless breast. depends on what's in the freezer.
  • In large skillet (w/lid) add broth, tomatoes w/juice, crumble Italian seasoning in fingers as you add to broth and garlic powder based on if you like garlic -- hehehe. I start w/ just a small palm full. Bring broth to low boil. Stir in rice and chicken.
  • Reduce heat to low simmer and cover. set timer for 20 minute.
  • Stir in cheese and serve hot -- or warm.
  • This is one of my partners favorites, and I always add more garlic for him --.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 679.9, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 111.9, Sodium 1283.3, Carbohydrate 84, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 5.1, Protein 51.8

ITALIAN CHICKEN AND RICE



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"I combined the best of three favorite recipes to come up with this tender and tasty chicken-rice combination," writes Cathee Bethel of Lebannon, Oregon. "It's my family's favorite way to eat chicken."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup biscuit/baking mix
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk, divided
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 cups boiling water
2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 teaspoon salt, optional
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Place 1/3 cup milk in another bowl. Dip chicken in milk, then coat with the cheese mixture. , In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, combine the water, rice, salt if desired and remaining milk. Top with chicken. Drizzle with butter. , Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 25-30 minutes or until the rice is tender and a thermometer reads 170°:.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, Fat 11g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 410mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ITALIAN CHICKEN AND RICE SKILLET



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Chicken and rice are classic partners, and in this version they get an Italian twist. Chicken thighs are cooked with a flavorful tomato-based rice, spiked with fresh basil. It's all done in one skillet for easy cleanup!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (about 1 1/2 lb total)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 medium onion, chopped (1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 1/3 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
4 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper. Place chicken in skillet; cook 6 to 8 minutes, turning once, until browned on both sides. Remove chicken from skillet. Reserve 2 tablespoons drippings in skillet.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add onion, garlic, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened. Add rice; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes and broth; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low.
  • Place chicken thighs on top of rice; cover and cook 35 to 40 minutes or until chicken is cooked through (at least 165°F) and rice is tender. Transfer chicken to serving plates. Stir 2 tablespoons of the basil into rice; serve with chicken. Garnish with Parmesan cheese and remaining 2 tablespoons basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1080 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your dish. Look for organic, free-range chicken and use a good quality olive oil.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the chicken, make sure to give it plenty of space in the pan so that it can brown evenly. If you overcrowd the pan, the chicken will steam instead of brown.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through: Use a meat thermometer to make sure that the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a flavorful rice: There are many different types of rice that you can use for this dish. A long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine rice, will give you a light and fluffy texture. A short-grain rice, such as arborio or carnaroli rice, will give you a creamier texture.
  • Add vegetables: Vegetables will add color, flavor, and nutrients to your dish. Some good vegetables to add include carrots, celery, onions, and peppers.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs will add a lot of flavor to your dish. Some good herbs to use include basil, oregano, and thyme.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best served immediately after it is cooked. The rice will start to lose its flavor if it sits for too long.
  • Conclusion:

    This quick Italian chicken and rice dish is a delicious and easy weeknight meal. It is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand. The chicken is browned and then simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce. The rice is cooked in the same pan with the chicken, which makes it easy to clean up. This dish is sure to please the whole family.

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