Italian Microwave Chicken

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 4
Microwave Italian Chicken recipe for a quick and easy dinner
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 chicken thighs , with bones ( you could use another part of the chicken if you wanted )
1/2 cup long grain rice
400 g diced tomatoes
1/2 large zucchini ( diced )
1/2 large carrot ( diced )
4 mushrooms ( diced )
1/2 diced onion ( white , red or spring )
8 olives ( with pips )
1 cup water
1 teaspoon instant chicken bouillon granules
1/2 cup basil leaves
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
688
Sugar
6g
Fat
24g
This Italian Microwave Chicken recipe is a quick and easy way to prepare a hearty and flavorful meal in just a few minutes. By using a microwave to cook the chicken and vegetables, you can save time and energy while still enjoying a delicious dinner. The combination of diced tomatoes, zucchini, carrot, mushrooms, onion, and olives provides a mix of flavors and textures that will satisfy your taste buds, while the use of basil leaves adds a touch of freshness to the dish. Prep time takes only 10 minutes and the dish serves two people.

Instructions

1.Rinse the chicken thighs with cold water and pat them dry.
2.Place the chicken thighs in a microwave-proof dish and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3.Combine the rice, diced tomatoes, zucchini, carrot, mushrooms, olives, onion, and chicken bouillon in the dish, spreading them out evenly around the chicken.
4.Pour the water evenly over the chicken and vegetables, cover the dish with a microwave-proof lid or plastic wrap and microwave on high for 30 minutes.
5.After 30 minutes, carefully remove the dish from the microwave and sprinkle the basil leaves over the top. Re-cover the dish and microwave for another 5 minutes.
6.Let the dish stand for 5 minutes before serving.

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy to make.

The use of a microwave makes it perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

CONS

Using a microwave to cook chicken can sometimes result in uneven cooking or rubbery texture.

This dish is relatively high in sodium due to the use of instant chicken bouillon granules.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein, which helps our bodies to build and repair tissues.
Tomatoes in this recipe provide a good source of vitamin C, an antioxidant that supports immunity and healthy skin.
Zucchini, carrot, and mushrooms are all good sources of fiber, which is important for digestive health.

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