Tender chicken, rice, and mixed vegetables cooked together with simple seasonings in one pot for a hearty meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 2 cups canned chicken breast, drained (approximately 2 cans)
→ Rice and Grains
02 - 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice, uncooked
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 can mixed vegetables, drained (approximately 15 ounces)
04 - 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
05 - 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained (approximately 10 ounces)
→ Liquids
06 - 3 cups chicken broth (or prepared using bouillon cubes and water)
→ Seasonings
07 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
10 - 1 teaspoon paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# Method:
01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion if using, and sauté until softened, about 2 to 3 minutes.
02 - Add uncooked long grain rice to the pot and stir frequently for 2 minutes until lightly toasted.
03 - Incorporate canned chicken, mixed vegetables, and diced tomatoes with green chilies, including their liquid, into the pot.
04 - Pour in chicken broth, then add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to combine.
05 - Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes until rice is fully cooked and broth is absorbed.
06 - Fluff the rice gently with a fork, adjust seasoning as necessary, and serve immediately while hot.
