Shredded Chicken and Rice
This recipe is a staple in most kitchens and you can see why because it's so easy to prepare. Check it out and see how to make a chicken and rice dish that's easy to make and guaranteed to satisfy.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 470kcal
Ingredients
- 4-5 thinly sliced chicken breasts seasoned to taste
- 2 cups rice
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 1/4 cup dry white wine vino seco
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1 small onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 red bell pepper
- 1/2 green bell pepper
- 2 tbsp capers
- 2 tbsp cilantro
- 1/4 cup peas
- 1 tsp sazon
- salt and pepper to taste
- lime juice *optional*
Instructions
- Season chicken on both sides with Cajun seasoning and squeeze
- some fresh lime juice on both sides of the chicken.
- In a large pot cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through, set aside.
- Add the onions and peppers to the pot and cook until translucent.
- Add the dry white wine and let it reduce by half.
- Stir in the fresh garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add the tomato sauce, bay leaves, and season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the rice and water.
- Season with sazon, salt, and pepper.
- Once the mixture comes up to a boil, lower the heat and then cover.
- Cook the rice for 35-40 minutes or until fully cooked through.
- Using two forks, shred the chicken and then add it to the cooked rice.
- Simmer the rice and chicken for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is nice and warm.
- Serve with lime juice, hot sauce, and enjoy!
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Nutrition
Calories: 470kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 544mg | Potassium: 875mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 490IU | Vitamin C: 27.5mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1.7mg