Chicken Spinach Rice Bowl
This chicken spinach rice bowl combines tender seared chicken, wilted spinach, and fluffy jasmine rice into a comforting, visually appealing dish. The process involves quick searing, sautéing, and layering flavors to create a final dish with vibrant greens, golden chicken, and fragrant rice—perfect for a mindful, satisfying meal.
Print
Pin
Calories: 480kcal
Servings: 2
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Skillet
- Fork or rice paddle
Ingredients
- Jasmine rice rinsed – 1 cup
- Water – 2 cups
- Chicken breasts boneless and skinless – 2 pieces
- Garlic minced – 2 cloves
- Fresh spinach roughly chopped – 2 cups
- Olive oil – 1 tablespoon
- Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon
- Paprika optional – 1 pinch
- Salt – to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Combine rinsed rice and water in a saucepan
- Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer until rice is tender
- Slice chicken breasts into strips
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat
- Add chicken and cook until lightly golden
- Add minced garlic and sauté briefly
- Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted
- Stir in lemon juice and optional paprika
- Season with salt and pepper
- Serve chicken mixture over warm rice
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle with fresh herbs or a dash of chili flakes. To make ahead, store cooked rice and chicken separately, then reheat and assemble just before eating.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 600mg | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 3mg