Chicken Rice Lunch Bowls

Juicy chicken, rice and warm vegetables portioned for lunches that are easy to reheat safely.

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Lunch · 30 min total (15 min prep, 15 min cooking) · 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1.25 lb Chicken breast
  • 1.5 cup Long grain rice
  • 1 bag Frozen mixed vegetables

How to make it

  1. Cook the rice according to its package directions.
  2. Dice the raw chicken on a separate board; wash hands and utensils after handling.
  3. Cook chicken in a skillet over medium heat, turning until the thickest pieces reach 165°F / 74°C.
  4. Cook the frozen vegetables following the package directions until hot.
  5. Divide rice, chicken and vegetables between containers; refrigerate promptly and reheat thoroughly.

Check package directions, ingredient suitability and safe cooking temperatures before serving. Timings are estimates.

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