Serbian Rice with Meat One-Pot (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main ingredients
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3/4 cup (160g) basmati rice
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12 oz (350g) boneless, skinless chicken breast
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2 fresh bell peppers (any color)
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3/4 cup (100g) green peas (fresh or frozen)
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1 cup (250g) tomato passata or crushed tomatoes
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1 3/4 cups (450ml) vegetable broth
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1 medium onion
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2 garlic cloves
→ Seasonings
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2 teaspoons salt
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1 teaspoon sweet paprika
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or hot paprika (adjust to taste)
# Instructions:
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Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic. Core the bell peppers and cut them into small, even-sized cubes (about 1/2 inch).
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Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, roughly 1/2 inch (1 cm) cubes, trying to keep them uniform for even cooking.
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Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Add the bell peppers and chicken pieces, and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and all the spices, and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add the rice and peas to the pan, then pour in the tomato passata and vegetable broth. Stir well to combine everything and bring to a simmer. Cover with a tight-fitting lid, reduce heat to low, and let cook undisturbed for about 14 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
# Notes:
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This is a true one-pot meal - everything cooks together for maximum flavor and minimum cleanup.
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You can easily adjust the spice level by adding more or less cayenne pepper to suit your taste preferences.