Spanish Chicken With Rice and Beans(6 Ww Points)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0
Spanish chicken with rice and beans, a flavorful and healthy one-pot meal
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves , minced
10 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts , cubed
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
6 ounces long grain rice
6 ounces drained cooked red kidney beans
1 cup drained canned plum tomato
fresh ground black pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
360
Sugar
6g
Fat
3g
This Spanish chicken with rice and beans dish is a perfect example of comfort food that's both hearty and healthy. The combination of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and creamy beans is cooked to perfection with a mixture of flavors from the vegetables and spices. While typically served hot, it can easily be enjoyed cold as a salad the next day for lunch. This dish is highly customizable and can easily be adjusted to your preferences by adding in your favorite vegetables or swapping the chicken for a vegetarian protein source.

Instructions

1.In a large saucepan, sauté the bell pepper, onion, and garlic in a little bit of oil until softened.
2.Add the cubed chicken and continue to sauté until browned.
3.Stir in the tomato paste, chicken broth, and plum tomato and bring to a boil.
4.Add the rice, kidney beans, and black pepper, stir well to combine.
5.Reduce the heat, cover, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked and most of the liquid has been absorbed.

PROS

This one-pot meal is quick and easy to make, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

The use of chicken breast and low-sodium chicken broth makes this dish a healthier option without compromising on taste.

CONS

The use of white rice means this dish is not as nutritious as it could be.

For a healthier alternative, consider using brown rice or quinoa instead.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a great source of lean protein from the chicken and fiber from the kidney beans.
The bell pepper and onion provide a good dose of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, folate, and potassium.
Tomato paste has been linked to promoting heart health and reducing the risk of cancer due to its high levels of lycopene.

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