Chicken Strips with Carrots, Rice and Fresh Salad

Name: Chicken Strips with Carrots, Rice and Fresh Salad
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 meals
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: oil; jasmine rice; carrot; onion; chicken breasts; 0,5-1 tsp salt; pinch black pepper; paprika powder; tumeric; dried herbs; worcestershire sauce; water; 1 pkg chicken broth cube; salad; cucumber; balsamic dressing; pinch salt; sour cream

In this recipe, the chicken is baked together with rice and vegetables in one baking dish, so even though it requires a bit of preparation, everything then cooks together in the oven, allowing the flavors to blend beautifully into a fragrant and delicious meal. Combined with a refreshing salad and a touch of creamy sour cream, it creates a perfectly balanced dish that will delight the whole family.

45 min

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Bake:: 1 tbspoil; 1 pkgjasmine rice; 3 carrot; 1 onion; 1 pkgchicken breasts; 1 tbspoil; 0,5-1 tsp salt; pinch black pepper; 1 pkgpaprika powder; 1 pkgtumeric; 1 pkgdried herbs; 1 pkgworcestershire sauce; 8 dlwater; 1 pkg chicken broth cube
Salad:: 1 salad; 1 cucumber; 1 pkgbalsamic dressing; pinch salt
Additional ingredients:: 1 pkgsour cream

1
Preheat the oven to 200 °C and grease a baking dish with oil.
2
Rinse the rice in a sieve under cold water and let it drain well. Peel the carrots, rinse them and cut into small cubes. Peel and finely chop the onion. Cut the chicken into small pieces.
3
Place the rice, carrots, onion and chicken in a baking dish. Drizzle with oil and season with salt, black pepper, paprika, turmeric, dried herbs and Worcestershire sauce.
4
Pour water into a pot, add the chicken stock and bring to a boil. Then pour the broth into the baking dish and mix it with the rice, vegetables and chicken.
5
Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the carrots are tender.
6
Rinse the lettuce, tear it into smaller pieces and place it in a bowl. Wash the cucumber, chop it finely and add it to the salad. Drizzle with dressing and season with salt to taste.
7
Serve the chicken and rice mixture on plates, add a spoonful of sour cream and serve with the mixed salad.

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One-pan comfort: Chicken strips with carrot rice

Chicken Strips on Carrots with Rice and Fresh Salad is the kind of oven-baked dinner that feels homemade and comforting, yet stays wonderfully practical. Everything—rice, chicken, and vegetables—bakes together in one dish, so after a short prep you can let the oven do the work. As it cooks, the broth infuses the rice, the chicken stays juicy, and the flavors mingle into a fragrant, satisfying meal. It’s ideal for busy weeknights, meal-prep style lunches, or an easy family dinner when you want something reliable and crowd-pleasing.

Why Chicken strips with carrot rice works so well

Jasmine rice brings a soft, aromatic base, while carrots and onion add gentle sweetness and depth. Paprika, turmeric, dried herbs, and a splash of Worcestershire create a warm, savory flavor without being heavy. Thanks to lean chicken breast, this dish is naturally high in protein and keeps you full, and the crisp little gem salad with cucumber adds freshness and balance on the side.

Easy prep tips and simple variations

Rinse the rice well so it bakes up fluffy instead of sticky. Dice the carrots small for even cooking, and make sure the hot broth fully covers the rice mixture before baking. For extra flavor, add a touch more herbs or a pinch of black pepper at the end. Prefer a lighter finish? Swap sour cream for plain yogurt. You can also add peas, sweetcorn, or bell peppers to make it more veggie-packed.

Serving ideas: salad, creamy topping, and pairings

Serve straight from the baking dish for a cozy, family-style feel. Top each portion with a spoonful of sour cream and add the crunchy salad with balsamic dressing. A slice of wholegrain bread is great for scooping up the flavorful rice. For a drink, go with sparkling water with lemon, iced tea, or a mild homemade lemonade.

A dependable, family-friendly oven dinner

This recipe is easy, balanced, and versatile—perfect for everyday cooking without sacrificing taste. Give Chicken Strips on Carrots with Rice and Fresh Salad a try and enjoy a meal that’s both effortless and delicious.

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