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Serbian Rice Dish with Chicken: 5 Star Comfort Food

Serbian Rice Dish with
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A delicious one-pot Serbian rice dish with chicken, packed with flavors and health benefits. Perfect for meal prep and low in calories.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups of rice (preferably long-grain)
  • 1 pound of chicken breast or thighs, chopped
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 cups of chicken broth
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup of frozen peas
  • 1 tablespoon of paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for sautéing
  • Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and stir for 1 minute.
  2. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, seasoning with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. Stir in the rice and let it toast for a couple of minutes. Then pour in the chicken broth, bell peppers, and peas.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. After 20 minutes, check if the rice is cooked. Let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.

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