Quick Chicken and Rice Bowl

Quick Chicken and Rice Bowl recipe videos

The Quick Chicken and Rice Bowl is a simple, satisfying one-bowl meal featuring tender, seasoned chicken served over a bed of fluffy rice, often with a mix of vegetables. It's a versatile and popular comfort food found in many cuisines worldwide, with variations in seasoning and accompaniments.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically well-balanced, offering a good source of protein from the chicken and carbohydrates from the rice for energy. A standard serving generally falls within the 400-600 calorie range, depending on the specific ingredients, sauces, and portion sizes used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	45 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	680 mg
Potassium	420 mg
Phosphorus	310 mg
Niacin (B3)	12 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Selenium	28 mcg
Zinc	3.2 mg
Iron	2.1 mg
Magnesium	45 mg

Per 1 bowl (350 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents the universal appeal of the 'protein + grain' bowl format, seen in dishes from Mexican burrito bowls to Japanese donburi. Nutritionally, its simplicity makes it an excellent canvas for adding a wide variety of vegetables to boost fiber and micronutrient content.