Chicken with Rice and Mushrooms

 

For the Chicken:

• 4 boneless chicken breasts (sliced)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)

For the Mushrooms:

• 2 cups fresh mushrooms (sliced)
• 1 large onion (chopped)

For the Rice:

• 1 cup rice (short or long grain)
• 2 cups chicken broth or water
• 1 teaspoon dried herbs (such as thyme or oregano)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • In a bowl, season the chicken slices with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Let it sit for 15 minutes.

2. Cook the Chicken:

   • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
   • Add the chicken slices and cook until browned on both sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from the skillet and set aside.

3. Prepare the Mushrooms and Onion:

   • In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent. Then add the mushrooms and cook until tender (about 5 minutes).

4. Add the Rice:

   • Add the rice to the skillet and stir for a minute until coated in the oil.
   • Then add the chicken broth and dried herbs. Bring to a boil.

5. Cook the Mixture:

   • Once boiling, return the chicken slices to the skillet. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid.

6. Serves:

   • Serve the dish hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Enjoy your delicious meal! If you have any other questions or need more recipes, feel free to ask!