Vegan Savory Rice with Vegetables and Chicken

Discover the ultimate weeknight comfort meal with this Vegan Savory Rice with Vegetables and Chicken. Packed with protein-rich vegan chicken pieces, hearty brown rice, and vibrant vegetables like red bell pepper, carrots, and peas, this dish is bursting with flavor and nutrition. Seasoned with aromatic cumin and turmeric, and tied together with a rich soy sauce and vegetable broth blend, every bite is a savory delight. This easy, one-pan recipe comes together in just 45 minutes, making it a perfect choice for busy evenings. Garnished with fresh cilantro for a refreshing finish, this wholesome, plant-based dish will satisfy even the most discerning palates. Ideal for meal prepping or a quick family dinner, it’s a recipe you’ll return to time and time again!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked brown rice
• 200 grams vegan chicken pieces
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the vegan chicken pieces and sauté until they are golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 2

In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the diced onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the diced red bell pepper and carrot, and cook for 5 minutes or until they start to soften.

Step 5

Add the frozen peas to the vegetable mix and sauté for 2 minutes.

Step 6

Return the cooked vegan chicken pieces to the pan, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Pour in the soy sauce and vegetable broth, then add the ground cumin, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to incorporate the spices.

Step 8

Add the cooked brown rice to the pan and mix thoroughly until everything is well combined and heated through, about 5 minutes.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1342.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1390.3

Total Fat 45.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5110.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 184.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.9g	0%
Total Sugars 27.2g
Protein 71.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 276.7mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 2556.3mg	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: 28.6%

Protein: 19.9%

Carbs: 51.5%