Microwave Mediterranean Chicken & Turmeric Rice Bowl

Ingredients

- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 large sweet plantain, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup diced red peppers
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup citrus juices (lemon and orange blend recommended)
- 1/2 cup peas (optional)
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish (optional)
- Lime slices for garnish (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Rice:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of long-grain rice, 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 1/2 cups of water.
- Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe lid or plastic wrap, leaving a small opening for steam to escape, and microwave on high for PT10M (10 minutes).
- Let it sit for an additional PT5M (5 minutes) to finish cooking from the residual heat. Fluff the rice with a fork once done.

2. Cook the Plantains:
- Place sliced sweet plantains on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high for PT3M (3 minutes) or until they become tender and slightly caramelized.

3. Sauté Aromatics:
- In another microwave-safe bowl, combine 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1 small finely chopped onion, and 1 teaspoon of grated fresh ginger.
- Microwave on high for PT1M30S (1 minute and 30 seconds), stirring halfway through until the mixture is aromatic.

4. Mix the Main Ingredients:
- In a large microwave-safe dish, combine the cooked chicken, black beans, diced red peppers, and optional peas with the sautéed aromatics.
- Add the 1/4 cup of citrus juices and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Cover and microwave on medium-high for PT4M (4 minutes), stirring halfway through to ensure even heating.

5. Assemble the Dish:
- Divide the turmeric rice evenly among four serving bowls.
- Top each bowl with the chicken mixture and arrange the sweet plantains on the side.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and lime slices, if desired.

Total Time

PT23M
23 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Microwave Lunch, Chicken Rice Bowl, Easy Mediterranean Chicken, Turmeric Rice, Plantain Recipe, Quick Lunch, Citrus Chicken, Healthy Rice Bowl, Microwaved Plantains, Chicken and Beans

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 1,200 calories

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