Mediterranean Diet Savory Rice with Meat and Vegetables

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Mediterranean Diet Savory Rice with Meat and Vegetables, a one-pan wonder bursting with wholesome flavors and vibrant colors. This dish combines tender, golden-browned chicken breast with a medley of sautéed vegetables, including zucchini, red bell pepper, and tomatoes, all infused with warm, aromatic spices like cumin, paprika, and turmeric. Simmered to perfection in nutrient-rich chicken broth, the fluffy rice soaks up all the bold Mediterranean flavors, creating a hearty and satisfying meal that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a squeeze of bright lemon juice, this recipe is easy to prepare in under an hour and perfect for family dinners or meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound chicken breast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large, diced onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 2 medium, chopped tomato
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric
• 1.5 cups rice
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 sliced into wedges lemon

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and zucchini. Sauté the vegetables until they start to soften, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the tomatoes, cumin, paprika, and turmeric. Cook for another 2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.

Step 6

Add the rice to the skillet and stir to coat with the spice mixture.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.

Step 8

Return the chicken to the skillet, burying the pieces in the rice, and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is fully cooked.

Step 9

Remove from heat and let the dish sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side for an added citrusy flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2233.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1590.1

Total Fat 47.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 390.1mg	0%
Sodium 10327.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 49.6g
Protein 153.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 310.5mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 3633.3mg	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: 26.7%

Protein: 38.3%

Carbs: 35.0%