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. 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. 2. Bring the rice to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes until cooked.
  3. 3. While the rice cooks, season the chicken breast with lemon juice, African spice mix, salt, and pepper.
  4. 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. 5. Peel and dice the carrots, then sauté them in 1 tbsp of olive oil with minced garlic until tender and slightly caramelized.
  6. 6. Slice the cucumber thinly and set aside as a fresh garnish for the breakfast bowl.
  7. 7. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and mix in a squeeze of lemon juice for added freshness.
  8. 8. Assemble the bowl by layering the herb rice, grilled chicken slices, sautéed carrots, and cucumber slices.
  9. 9. Drizzle any remaining juices from the chicken pan over the bowl for extra flavor.
  10. 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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Finish the rice. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and mix in a squeeze of lemon juice for extra freshness.
  5. 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.