Dairy-Free Homemade Chicken Rice-A-Roni
Enjoy a comforting twist on a classic side dish with this Dairy-Free Homemade Chicken Rice-A-Roni, a one-skillet wonder that's as wholesome as it is flavorful. Made with golden, toasty vermicelli pasta, tender long-grain white rice, and succulent bites of chicken breast, this recipe is simmered in savory chicken broth and seasoned with a delicious blend of garlic, onion, and parsley. Finely diced carrots and celery add a pop of freshness and texture, making it a well-rounded meal or a hearty side. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this dairy-free take on a pantry favorite is ready in just 45 minutes and is sure to become a go-to for busy families seeking home-cooked comfort food with a healthier spin.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup vermicelli pasta
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium carrot, finely diced
- 1 stalk celery, finely diced
Directions
Step 1
Cut the boneless skinless chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the vermicelli pasta and cook, stirring frequently, until the pasta is golden brown. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
Step 4
Add the rice to the skillet with the browned pasta, stirring to coat the rice in the olive oil.
Step 5
Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and stir in the onion powder, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Step 6
Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer.
Step 7
After 10 minutes of cooking, add the diced carrot and celery. Stir gently to combine.
Step 8
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.
Step 9
Cover the skillet again and continue to simmer for an additional 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
Step 10
Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and serve warm. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste if needed.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1965.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2096.9 |
| Total Fat 47.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 344.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3771.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 239.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.4g | |
| Protein 173.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 262.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2500.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories