Chicken and brown rice bake with tomato puree and chives, served on a colorful Mexican-style plate.

Chicken and Brown Rice Bake with Tomato and Chives

A wholesome and satisfying chicken and brown rice bake with a hint of spice and fresh tomato flavors.
Portions:3
Cooking Time:50 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon butter melted
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • Kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 3 chicken fillets
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives chopped

Instructions

  • Heat the brown rice, vegetable broth, and water in a pot over high heat.
  • Bring it to a boil; turn the stove down to simmer and cook for 35 minutes.
  • Grease a baking pan with butter.
  • Spoon the prepared rice mixture into the baking pan.
  • Add the onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and chicken.
  • Spoon the tomato puree over the chicken.
  • Cook in the preheated Air Fryer at 380°F for 12 minutes.
  • Serve garnished with fresh chives.
  • Enjoy!

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice
Pair with a light red wine, such as Pinot Noir, to enhance the flavors of tomato and spice in the dish.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 508 kcal | Carbohydrates: 61 g | Protein: 24.5 g | Fat: 18.3 g | Sugar: 7.2 g
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Cuisine American
Diets High-Protein