Chicken Wild Rice Bowl
A comforting and hearty Chicken Wild Rice Bowl filled with tender chicken, nutty wild rice, and vibrant vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 1 cup Wild Rice
- 4 cups Vegetable Broth
- 1 cup Fresh Vegetables (Carrots, Celery, Peas)
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Thyme
- 1 Bay Leaf
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Optional Toppings (toasted almonds, green onions, lemon)
Instructions
- Start by rinsing your wild rice under cold water to remove excess starch.
- Heat a splash of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add your diced chicken breasts to the pot, seasoning with salt and pepper. Sear until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Throw in the carrots, celery, and any additional veggies. Stir together for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the rinsed wild rice and stir well. Cover with vegetable broth and add herbs and bay leaf.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 40-45 minutes.
- After the cooking time is up, let it rest covered for about 10 minutes.
- Fluff the rice and chicken with a fork, serve in bowls, and top with garnishes.
Notes
For a creamy version, stir in sour cream or Greek yogurt before serving. You can also add spices for varying flavor profiles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken, wild rice, comfort food, healthy dinner, easy recipe, meal prep