Description
Indulge in a vibrant Colorful Chicken Veggie Plate with Carrot Rice & Salad that combines juicy chicken, fresh vegetables, and fluffy carrot rice for a delightful meal experience. This dish is perfect for any occasion, from casual family dinners to meal prepping for the week ahead. The beautiful presentation and complementary flavors make it a standout choice on your dining table. Packed with essential nutrients and easy to prepare, this recipe is highly customizable; feel free to swap in your favorite veggies or grains. Enjoy this colorful creation that keeps your meals exciting and healthy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken breast, cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup rice (white or brown)
- 1 small carrot, diced
- 1 tbsp onion, finely chopped
- Salt to taste
- 1 small zucchini, sliced
- Pinch of oregano, salt, pepper
- 1 cup spinach or kale, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Cucumber, sliced
- 1 handful lettuce or arugula
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice
Instructions
- Sauté onion in olive oil until translucent. Add diced carrots and rinsed rice. Pour enough water to cover and add salt. Simmer until rice is fluffy and carrots are tender.
- Toss cubed chicken with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- In a bowl, toss zucchini slices with olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast at 200°C (400°F) for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- In a hot pan with olive oil, cook minced garlic for about 30 seconds. Then toss in chopped greens with salt. Sauté until wilted (2-3 minutes).
- Combine halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and lettuce/arugula in a mixing bowl. Dress with olive oil and vinegar or lemon juice. Season to taste.
- Arrange all components on a plate beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Roasting
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg