Description
Galinhada, or Dutch Oven Chicken and Rice, is a comforting one-pot meal that captures the vibrant flavors of Brazil in your kitchen. This dish features succulent chicken simmered with hearty rice and colorful vegetables in a flavorful broth, all cooked together in a single Dutch oven for an easy cleanup. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, Galinhada offers a delightful blend of spices and fresh ingredients, ensuring that every bite is rich in flavor. With minimal effort required, you can enjoy a satisfying homemade meal that brings warmth and joy to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked white long grain rice
- 3 1/2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper for at least 15 minutes.
- In a Dutch oven over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced onion until translucent. Add carrot and garlic; cook briefly.
- Stir in diced tomatoes with spices and bay leaf; mix well.
- Layer the marinated chicken on top of the vegetable mixture. Add rice and pour in chicken broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg