Gluten-Free Chicken and Rice

Gluten-Free Chicken and Rice is a comforting Chinese midnight dish that combines tender chicken and fragrant rice, infused with savory flavors. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for satisfying late-night cravings while being mindful of gluten restrictions.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 200 grams, diced
• Jasmine rice - 1 cup (200 grams)
• Chicken broth (gluten-free) - 2 cups (500 ml)
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Frozen peas - 1/2 cup (75 grams)
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2. Add the diced chicken breast to the pot, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced carrot and frozen peas, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
4. Add the jasmine rice to the pot, stirring to combine with the chicken and vegetables.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and gluten-free soy sauce, bringing the mixture to a boil.
6. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid.
7. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and drizzle with sesame oil.
8. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle repair and growth.
• Contains antioxidants from garlic and ginger, which can boost the immune system.

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