Chicken and Rice

Chicken and Rice is a comforting, one-pot style dish featuring tender chicken pieces cooked with fluffy rice, often in a savory broth or with aromatic seasonings like garlic, onions, and herbs. It's a staple in many cuisines worldwide, from Middle Eastern Machboos to Caribbean Arroz con Pollo, and American-style casserole versions. The dish is celebrated for its simplicity, heartiness, and ability to feed a crowd.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a balanced meal, providing a good mix of carbohydrates from the rice and protein from the chicken, with fat content depending on the cut of chicken and cooking method. It offers key nutrients like B vitamins, selenium, and phosphorus from the chicken, along with some iron and fiber if whole-grain rice or vegetables are included. A typical serving can range from 400 to 600 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	40 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	600 mg
Potassium	400 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg
Selenium	25 mcg
Iron	1.5 mg
Magnesium	40 mg
Zinc	2.5 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Chicken and Rice is a global comfort food with countless regional variations, reflecting local spices and ingredients—from saffron in Persian versions to coconut milk in Southeast Asian ones. Nutritionally, it's a complete meal in a single dish, making it a practical and satisfying choice for families and gatherings.