Dairy-Free Savory Chicken with Rice

Savor the rich, comforting flavors of Dairy-Free Savory Chicken with Rice, a wholesome dish perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. This one-pan recipe features tender, golden-brown chicken thighs nestled into fluffy, seasoned long-grain rice cooked in fragrant spices like turmeric and cumin. Vibrant red bell peppers, sweet peas, and a touch of soy sauce infuse every bite with a delightful balance of taste and texture. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a simple cooking process, this dairy-free recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Garnished with fresh parsley for a bright, herby finish, this satisfying dish serves as a complete meal the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 small red bell pepper
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the ingredients. Dice the yellow onion, mince the garlic cloves, and chop the red bell pepper into small pieces. Finely chop the fresh parsley and set everything aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken thighs and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes, or until they become soft and fragrant.

Step 4

Add the long-grain white rice to the skillet and stir well, allowing the rice to be coated in the oil, onions, and garlic.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken stock and soy sauce, and stir in the ground turmeric, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the chopped red bell pepper to the rice mixture. Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid.

Step 7

Stir in the frozen peas and return the cooked chicken thighs back to the skillet. Cover again and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes to heat the chicken and peas through.

Step 8

Once everything is heated through, remove from heat and sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy this savory dairy-free chicken with rice dish for a wholesome and flavored-packed meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1829.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1900.3

Total Fat 87.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 609.6mg	0%
Sodium 4192.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 19.8g
Protein 164.9g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 267.5mg	0%
Iron 17.3mg	0%
Potassium 2303.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.0%

Protein: 35.2%

Carbs: 22.9%