Savory Grilled Chicken And Herb Rice Breakfast Bowl Recipe
English cuisine · 336 calories
About this recipe
Start your day right with the Savory Grilled Chicken & Herb Rice Breakfast Bowl. This delightful recipe combines tender grilled chicken breast seasoned with aromatic spices, flavorful herb rice, and a medley of fresh vegetables like sautéed carrots and crisp cucumber slices. The dish is designed to provide a balanced mix of nutrients, including 38g of protein to help energize your morning and support muscle repair. The fragrant rice paired with the zesty freshness of lemon creates a harmony of flavors, while the pan-seared chicken adds a satisfying smoky depth. Perfect for busy mornings, this breakfast bowl is both nutritious and delicious. Enjoy it warm for a comforting start to your day, or pack it for a quick on-the-go meal!
Ingredients
- NaN Fresh Halal Chicken Breast - Boneless Without Skin
- 250G Tilda Wholegrain Basmati Rice 250g
- 4 Pack Fresh Carrots - Pack Of 4
- 1 Piece Cucumber 1Pc
- - Biona Capers In Olive Oil
- 100 G Jumbo Garlic 100g
- 1 Lemon - 1 Each
- 375G Laziza Complete Haleem Spices, Pulses & Grains Mix 375G
- 750 G Top-Op Table Salt Drums
- 100G Heera Black Pepper Powder 100g
Instructions
- 1. Wash the rice thoroughly and add it to a pot with 240ml of water, a pinch of salt, and a splash of olive oil.
- 2. Bring the rice to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes until cooked.
- 3. While the rice cooks, season the chicken breast with lemon juice, African spice mix, salt, and pepper.
- 4. Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a grill pan and cook the chicken breast for 6-8 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.
- 5. Peel and dice the carrots, then sauté them in 1 tbsp of olive oil with minced garlic until tender and slightly caramelized.
- 6. Slice the cucumber thinly and set aside as a fresh garnish for the breakfast bowl.
- 7. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and mix in a squeeze of lemon juice for added freshness.
- 8. Assemble the bowl by layering the herb rice, grilled chicken slices, sautéed carrots, and cucumber slices.
- 9. Drizzle any remaining juices from the chicken pan over the bowl for extra flavor.
- 10. Serve warm and enjoy a balanced, flavorful breakfast packed with protein and fresh vegetables.
How to make Savory Grilled Chicken And Herb Rice Breakfast Bowl
- Cook the rice. Wash the rice and add it to a pot with 240ml of water, a pinch of salt and a splash of olive oil. Bring to the boil, then cover and simmer on low for 15 minutes until cooked.
- Grill the chicken. Season the chicken breast with lemon juice, African spice mix, salt and pepper. Cook in 1 tbsp of olive oil in a grill pan for 6-8 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.
- Prepare the vegetables. Peel and dice the carrots and sauté them in 1 tbsp of olive oil with minced garlic until tender and slightly caramelised. Slice the cucumber thinly and set it aside as a fresh garnish.
- Finish the rice. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and mix in a squeeze of lemon juice for extra freshness.
- Assemble and serve. Layer the herb rice, sliced grilled chicken, sautéed carrots and cucumber in bowls. Drizzle over any juices from the chicken pan and serve warm.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does the Savory Grilled Chicken and Herb Rice Breakfast Bowl take?
- About 35 minutes: 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking. The chicken grills and the carrots sauté while the rice simmers.
- Is the Savory Grilled Chicken and Herb Rice Breakfast Bowl vegetarian?
- No, it is not vegetarian. Grilled chicken breast seasoned with lemon and spices is sliced over lemony wholegrain basmati rice with carrots and cucumber.
- Can I cook the rice the night before?
- Yes, cook it, cool it quickly and keep it in the fridge overnight. Reheat it until piping hot in the morning and add the lemon juice after reheating.
- How do I get the most flavour from the grilled chicken?
- Season it well with lemon juice and spices, grill it until golden and then drizzle the pan juices over the finished bowl.
- What can I add to a chicken and rice breakfast bowl?
- A soft-boiled or fried egg, sliced avocado or a spoonful of yoghurt all work well with the grilled chicken and herb rice.