Description
This Lemon Chicken Rice Skillet features tender chicken, fresh spinach, and vibrant lemon for an unforgettable meal that’s quick to prepare and rich in flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 2 lbs chicken breasts
- 1½ tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ lb cauliflower florets
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 lemons
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet; sauté diced onion for 1-2 minutes.
- Add chicken breasts with seasonings and cook until browned for 5-7 minutes.
- Incorporate cauliflower, rice, lemon zest, and juice; stir with a splash of broth.
- Pour in remaining chicken broth, bring to boil, then simmer for 10 minutes after covering.
- Fold in fresh baby spinach, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes to wilt spinach.
- Fluff the rice and serve warm.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
To reheat, microwave for 2-3 minutes or warm on the stove.
Use leftover cooked chicken for a quicker prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg