Healthy one-pan chicken and rice with turmeric, spinach, and onions. High protein, anti-inflammatory, and perfect for an easy clean eating dinner.

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Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Chicken & Rice

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A one-pan turmeric chicken and rice bowl with spinach and aromatics, designed for clean eating, recovery, and easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp paprika
1 cup jasmine or basmati rice, rinsed
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 cups fresh spinach
Juice of ½ lemon
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp Greek yogurt for serving optional

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned and cooked through.
Add diced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir until softened and fragrant.
Sprinkle turmeric, paprika, salt, and pepper over the chicken. Stir well to coat.
Pour in the rinsed rice and stir it into the chicken and spices.
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil, ensuring the rice is covered.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook about 15 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Stir in fresh spinach until wilted.
Squeeze lemon juice over the dish and adjust seasoning to taste.
Scoop into bowls and top with Greek yogurt if desired.