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Chicken Over Rice

Chicken Over Rice

The ultimate comfort food, Chicken Over Rice is a creamy and flavorful dish that brings warmth to your table. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe combines tender chicken and fluffy rice, creating a delightful meal. Make it tonight to satisfy your cravings!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound chicken breast
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 tablespoon oregano dried
  • 1/4 tablespoon paprika
  • 1/4 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 2 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Frying Pan
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Large Pot

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine lemon juice, oregano, paprika, coriander, cumin, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Add the chicken and marinate for at least 10 minutes or up to two hours.
  2. Heat a frying pan or skillet and cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown. Let the chicken rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes before slicing them into strips or bites.
  3. Combine the sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
  4. Add the butter into a medium pot and heat it until it starts melting. Add coriander and cumin and stir for a couple of minutes until fragrant.
  5. Add rice to the pot and toast it for 4-5 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth, salt, and pepper, and cook until it starts boiling. Reduce the temperature to medium, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
  6. Remove the pot with rice from the stove for another 15 minutes to soak the rest of the liquid. Fluff with a fork.
  7. Serve by placing rice on the plate, followed by chicken and sauce on top.

Notes

  • Tip 1: I recommend storing the chicken, rice, and sauce separately in airtight containers. Keep them in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze the cooked rice and chicken in separate airtight containers or resealable ziplock bags for about 3 months. Let them thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
  • Tip 3: Reheat everything together in the microwave or a skillet over medium heat.