Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Colorful Chicken Veggie Plate with Carrot Rice & Salad! This nutritious meal showcases tender, seasoned chicken bites, golden roasted zucchini, and fluffy carrot rice accompanied by a refreshing cucumber-tomato salad. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with essential nutrients to keep you energized throughout your day. Enjoy a beautiful presentation that will delight your family and friends while offering endless opportunities for customization with your favorite veggies or grains.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken breast (cubed)
- 1 cup rice (white or brown)
- 1 small carrot (diced)
- 1 small zucchini (sliced)
- 1 cup spinach or kale (chopped)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Sauté onion in olive oil until translucent. Add diced carrots, then stir in rinsed rice and water with salt. Simmer until fluffy.
- Cook the Chicken: Toss cubed chicken with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté until golden and cooked through.
- Roast the Zucchini: Toss zucchini slices with olive oil and seasonings. Roast at 400°F for 15-18 minutes.
- Sauté the Greens: In a pan with olive oil, cook minced garlic briefly before adding chopped greens until wilted.
- Mix the Salad: Combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and lettuce/arugula in a bowl; dress with olive oil and vinegar/lemon juice.
- Serve: Arrange all components on a plate beautifully for a colorful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg