Colorful Chicken Veggie Plate with Carrot Rice & Salad
Indulge in a vibrant and nutritious Colorful Chicken Veggie Plate with Carrot Rice & Salad that effortlessly combines flavor and health. This eye-catching dish features tender seasoned chicken bites, golden roasted zucchini, savory sautéed greens, fluffy carrot rice, and a refreshing cucumber-tomato salad. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, this recipe is easy to whip up on busy weeknights while still impressing your guests. Each bite is a delightful experience filled with essential vitamins, making it not only delicious but also wholesome.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing/Roasting
- Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup rice (white or brown)
- 1 small carrot, diced
- 1 small zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup spinach or kale, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Cucumber, sliced
- Olive oil
- Spices: smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Sauté onion in olive oil until translucent. Add diced carrots and rinsed rice. Stir in water and salt; simmer until fluffy.
- Cook the Chicken: Toss cubed chicken with olive oil and spices; sauté until golden brown.
- Roast the Zucchini: Toss zucchini slices with olive oil and seasonings; roast until tender.
- Sauté the Greens: Cook minced garlic in olive oil; add greens and sauté until wilted.
- Mix the Salad: Combine tomatoes, cucumber, and lettuce in a bowl; dress with olive oil and vinegar.
- Serve: Artfully arrange all components on a plate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg