HEALTHY GRILLED CHICKEN-AND-RICE FOIL PACKS

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If you're looking to grill something besides burgers and dogs on your next campout, this low-fat chicken dinner will do the trick. Be sure to use converted rice instead of regular for this recipe (each grain contains tiny pinholes so it cooks faster than conventional rice). If you're in the wilderness, wash out your pie dish after dinner and use it to pan for gold.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
One 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup converted rice
1 cup salsa
2 tablespoons pickled jalapeno slices, finely chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
Kosher salt
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 scallions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for medium heat.
  • Put the chicken, beans, rice, salsa, pickled jalapenos, tomato paste, chili powder, turmeric and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl and toss to combine. Divide the chicken-rice mixture evenly among the pie pans, spreading it out in an even layer. Pour 1/2 cup of chicken broth into each pie pan.
  • Cover each pan tightly with foil. Put the pans on the grill, close the grill lid and cook for 20 minutes. Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.
  • Carefully remove the foil from each pan (hot steam will escape). The liquid should be absorbed, the rice tender and the chicken cooked through. Sprinkle each with some scallions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calorie, Fat 3.5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 55 milligrams, Sodium 970 milligrams, Carbohydrate 58 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 11 grams

Ochieng Fik
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Kimberley Rawn
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I've tried a lot of different grilled chicken and rice foil pack recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the rice is always cooked perfectly.


Emo Deejay01
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the chicken and rice, and they don't even notice the vegetables.


Faruk
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of chicken or rice that you like. You can also add different vegetables or spices to taste.


LONNY NAILSET
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These foil packs are perfect for camping or tailgating. They're easy to pack and transport, and they cook up in no time.


Ariuan Khan
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the rice is always fluffy. I love that I can just throw everything in a foil pack and let it cook.


Calvin Hummel
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so quick and easy to put together, and the cleanup is a breeze. Plus, it's a healthy and delicious meal.


Samad Mirzai
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These foil packs are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that you can customize them to your own liking. For example, I like to add some extra veggies like bell peppers and zucchini.


Odunayo Ricketts
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the rice was the perfect accompaniment. I'll definitely be making this again.


Oliva Ruiz
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Made these foil packs for dinner last night and they were a hit! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the rice was perfectly cooked. I also loved the vegetables, which were roasted to perfection.