Lemon Chicken Rice

Lemon Chicken Rice is a refreshing and zesty dish that combines tender chicken with fragrant rice and a bright lemon sauce. This healthy Chinese-inspired meal is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients for a wholesome dining experience.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams
• Jasmine rice - 150 grams
• Chicken broth - 300 ml
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Broccoli - 100 grams, cut into florets
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
3. While the rice is cooking, cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
4. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
6. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and soy sauce, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
7. Add the broccoli florets and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is tender but still vibrant green.
8. Serve the lemon chicken over the cooked jasmine rice, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein to support muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in Vitamin C from lemon and broccoli, which boosts the immune system.

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