Spanish Chicken and Rice
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
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees C (400 F)
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over a medium heat.
- Add the chicken and fry for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden brown.
- Add the garlic, onion, and pepper, and cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables have softened.
- Stir in the cumin and smoked paprika and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
- Add the rice and frozen peas, and stir everything together.
- Pour the mixture into an oven-proof dish, cover with a lid or foiland bake in the oven for 30 minutes.
- 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.
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