This delicious Spanish Chicken and Rice dish is the perfect meal for budding toddlers in Australia. Our easy-to-follow recipe uses healthy and nutritious ingredients, including chicken, rice, and Spanish spices, to create a tasty meal that young children and adults alike can enjoy. With its balanced flavors and soft, texture-rich texture, this dish makes an ideal lunch or dinner option for your growing kids.

General Information

• Calories: 462
• Serving Size: 4 people
• Cooking Time: 45 mins

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 4 chicken breastscut into small chunks
• 2 cloves of garlicfinely chopped
• 1 onionfinely chopped
• 1 red pepperschopped into small pieces
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 x 400g can of chopped tomatoes
• 115g of long-grain rice
• 125g of frozen peas

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees C (400 F)
2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over a medium heat.
3. Add the chicken and fry for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden brown.
4. Add the garlic, onion, and pepper, and cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables have softened.
5. Stir in the cumin and smoked paprika and cook for 1 minute.
6. Add the chopped tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
7. Add the rice and frozen peas, and stir everything together.
8. Pour the mixture into an oven-proof dish, cover with a lid or foiland bake in the oven for 30 minutes.
9. Serve with your favorite side dish, and voila! It’s dinner time!

Tips

• Try replacing the red pepper with some frozen broccoli or cauliflower for added color and nutrition.
• For a healthier version, use brown rice instead of white.
• You can also add some extra spices for a more flavorful dish.
• You can also reduce the cooking time by using pre-cooked chicken.