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Rice with Chicken and Poached Egg

A comforting bowl of seasoned rice topped with tender chicken, a perfectly poached egg, and a bright tomato-herb finish. Simple enough for a weeknight, satisfying enough for any day.

Total time
35 min
Servings
2
Calories
650
Protein
45g
Rice with Chicken and Poached Egg
comfortingAmericangluten-freechickeneggtenderjuicyweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Season the 2 chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp of the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Rest, then slice.

  2. Step 2

    Meanwhile, rinse the 1 cup rice and cook according to package directions with a pinch of salt until tender, about 15-18 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    In a small pot, bring 2 cups water to a gentle simmer. Crack each of the 2 eggs into a cup, then slide into the water. Poach for 3-4 minutes until whites are set but yolks are runny. Remove with a slotted spoon.

  4. Step 4

    In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and the 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the 1 cup green beans and cook until bright green and crisp-tender, about 4-5 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Dice the 1 tomato and chop the 0.25 cup parsley. Stir them into the green beans and cook for 1 minute more, just to warm through.

  6. Step 6

    To serve, divide the rice between two bowls. Top with sliced chicken, the tomato-green bean mixture, and a poached egg on each. Sprinkle with extra parsley if desired.

  7. Step 7

    Serve immediately, breaking the yolk to sauce the rice.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet
  • medium pot
  • small pot
  • slotted spoon
  • knife
  • cutting board

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