A healthy Serbian-style one-pot dish made with tender chicken, rice, and rich tomato flavors. Perfect for meal prep or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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500g chicken breast or thighs, cubed
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1 ½ cups white rice, rinsed
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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2 tbsp tomato paste
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1 cup crushed tomatoes
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1 ½ tsp sweet paprika
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1 bay leaf
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3 ½ cups chicken broth (low sodium)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
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Sauté onions for 4–5 minutes until soft. Add garlic and bell pepper; cook for another 2–3 minutes.
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Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and brown on all sides.
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Stir in tomato paste and paprika. Cook for 1 minute.
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Add crushed tomatoes, bay leaf, and rice. Stir to combine.
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Pour in broth. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low for 20–25 minutes.
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Turn off heat and let sit covered for 5–10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.