Description
This Herb Chicken with Buttered Rice & Veggie Medley is a nourishing comfort classic, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. Balanced, flavorful, and simple to prepare!
Ingredients
2 chicken tenderloins
1/2 cup cooked rice (butter or herb-seasoned)
1/2 cup green peas
1/3 cup baby carrots
1 tsp olive oil or butter
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Rub chicken with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
2. Pan-sear 3–4 minutes per side or bake at 400°F for 15–18 minutes until done.
3. Steam peas and carrots until tender. Toss with butter or oil and season.
4. Warm or cook rice, then mix with butter and herbs.
5. Plate chicken, rice, and vegetables for a complete meal.
6. Optional: top with lemon zest or garlic butter.
Notes
Use pre-cooked rice for quicker prep.
Don’t overcook chicken—check for 165°F internal temperature.
Add lemon zest for a fresh finish.
Mix veggies for variety and color.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop or Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: herb chicken, buttered rice, peas and carrots, balanced dinner plate