Family Meals Recipe
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Grains
Spices and Condiments
Method
Preparation
Prepare Ingredients
Wash and chop the vegetables: bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, and onion. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
Cook Rice
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 2 cups of rice and a pinch of salt. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes or until water is absorbed.
Cooking Chicken
Sauté Chicken
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped chicken and season with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink.
Cooking Vegetables
Sauté Vegetables
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Then add the bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender.
Combining Ingredients
Combine Chicken and Vegetables
Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet with vegetables. Stir in soy sauce and Italian seasoning, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, mixing well.
Serve
Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture over a bed of rice. Enjoy your family meal!
Cooking Pasta
Cook Pasta
In a separate pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.