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Golden Chicken and Saffron Rice Bowl

Experience a delightful one-pot saffron-infused rice dish packed with tender chicken chunks, aromatic vegetables, and fresh herbs. Ideal for both busy weeknights and resourceful leftovers, it's a meal you'll savor over and over.
2
30 min
TOTAL TIME
696
CALORIES
$3.77
PER SERVING
Golden Chicken and Saffron Rice Bowl
Directions
7 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1
In a saucepan, bring chicken stock to a simmer and add the saffron threads. Allow the saffron to infuse.
2
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion and celery until softened, but not colored.
3
Add the long-grain rice to the saucepan, stirring until well coated with the butter.
4
Pour in the saffron-infused chicken stock and bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper.
5
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until the rice is al dente and the liquid has been absorbed.
6
Fluff the rice with a fork.
7
Add the cooked chicken pieces and chopped flat-leaf parsley to the rice, gently stirring until the chicken is warmed through by the heat from the rice.
Health Info
Macros
91g
CARBS
18g
FAT
40g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
Contains these allergens
MILK
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use any type of rice to cook chicken and rice?
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Can I add vegetables to the chicken and rice dish?