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Serbian Chicken & Rice – Easy One Pot Healthy Dinner

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This healthy Serbian-style chicken and rice (Reisfleisch) is a one-pot dish made with paprika-spiced chicken, bell peppers, tomatoes, and long-grain rice. Easy, hearty, and perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (500 g) chicken breast, diced

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 red bell pepper, diced

  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced

  • 1 tbsp tomato paste

  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes

  • 1 tsp sweet paprika

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 1 cup long-grain rice

  • 2–2½ cups chicken broth

  • Salt & pepper to taste

  • Optional: chili flakes, smoked paprika, parsley

Instructions

  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.

  • Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil. Add bell peppers.

  • Add chicken and brown for 5–6 minutes.

  • Stir in tomato paste, diced tomatoes, spices.

  • Add rice and broth. Bring to a boil.

  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 18–20 minutes.

  • Let rest 5 minutes. Fluff and serve.

Notes

  • Use brown rice with 1 extra cup broth and 15 more minutes cook time.

  • Make it vegetarian with beans or mushrooms.

  • Add feta or yogurt for a creamy topping.

Find it online: https://5dailyrecipes.com/serbian-chicken-rice-easy-one-pot-healthy-dinner/