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Creamy Mushroom Chicken and Rice

This creamy mushroom chicken and rice is a one pot meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Made in one pot, and balanced with protein, carbs, and veggies, it's the perfect meal for comfort in a bowl!
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients 

  • 6 ounces mushrooms, brown button, sliced
  • 1 each shallot, diced
  • 1 bunch kale, kale, destemmed and sliced
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • kosher salt
  • 1/2 bunch chives, chopped
  • .75 cup white rice, jasmine
  • .25 cup quinoa
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
  • 2 cups water, or chicken broth
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese , shredded

Instructions 

  • Thinly slice the mushrooms. 
  • Destem the kale and slice into 1” pieces, mince the garlic. 
  • Season the boneless skinless chicken thighs with salt and pepper on each side. 
  • Heat a shallow pan or medium sized pot on medium high heat. Add a tablespoon of olive oil to the pan, then add the chicken thighs. Cook for 3 minutes, then flip and cook for another minute. Remove from the pan and set aside (this will continue to cook).
  • Reduce the heat to medium heat. Add another 2 tablespoons of oil then add the shallots and mushrooms. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. 
  • After 5 minutes, add the rice, kale, garlic, and quinoa. Toast for 2 minutes, then add the broth.
  • Bring up to a simmer, then add the chicken and reduce the heat to low. Cover, and cook for 20 minutes. 
  • After 20 minutes, turn off the heat and add the shredded cheese. Cover and let sit covered for another 5 minutes. 
  • Once the cheese is slightly melted and the rice is tender, uncover. You can broil for 3 minutes to get some color, or just top with the chopped chives, and serve. 

Nutrition

Calories: 501kcal, Carbohydrates: 39g, Protein: 34g, Fat: 23g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 11g, Trans Fat: 0.02g, Cholesterol: 130mg, Sodium: 305mg, Potassium: 656mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 3487IU, Vitamin C: 32mg, Calcium: 257mg, Iron: 3mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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