Rice
Easy
Black rice with calamari
15 min
Beans
Easy
Recipe of Rice with chicken and green beans
Chicken and green bean rice is a classic dish of Spanish home cooking, perfect for a nutritious and comforting lunch. This recipe combines the juiciness of chicken with the freshness of green beans and the flavor of tomato, all in one pot. It is ideal for those looking for a complete meal that is easy to prepare and uses simple ingredients.
Key ingredients and preparation
The dish includes rice, chicken pieces, chicken liver (which adds an intense flavor), green beans, grated tomato, chicken broth, and a touch of lemon. The preparation starts by browning the chicken and liver, then sautéing the beans and tomato, adding the rice, and cooking everything in the broth. The result is a creamy, flavorful rice with an irresistible aroma.
Variations and tips
You can substitute green beans with peas or add bell pepper for color. If you prefer a milder flavor, omit the liver. This rice is perfect for using up leftover roast chicken and can be made in a single pot, making cleanup easy.
Prep
40 min
Cook
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
260 kcal
Ingredients
Directions
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1
Wash the meats and season them with salt, pepper and oregano.
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2
Saute 1 clove of garlic, minced, in a pot until golden brown. Then add the chicken and liver, previously seasoned, and let it cook until golden brown. Reserve the pieces of meat.
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3
In the same pot, add the beans, without tips, and chopped and the grated tomato, let it cook for 5 minutes. Now add the rice and 2 tablespoons of oil and let it sauté, add the pepper and stir everything.
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4
Return the meats to preparation and cover with the 750 ml of chicken broth, add a pinch of salt and rectify, only if necessary. Let it cook for 8 minutes on high heat and then 9 minutes on medium heat. After that time, add the lemon juice and stir.
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5
Add oil to a pan and sauté the remaining garlic clove, chopped into slices. Add the parsley, mix and spread it over the rice, let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
