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Chicken, Portabellini & Rice One Pot Wonder Recipe for Valentine’s Day

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Valentine’s Day is a special occasion that allows couples to express their love and affection for one another.

While a night out at a restaurant can be romantic, cooking a gourmet meal at home can be just as intimate and impressive. Cooking with mushrooms is a great way to add flavor and nutrition to your meal. Not only are they versatile and delicious, but they also provide numerous health benefits.

Mushrooms are a low-calorie and low-fat food that is rich in antioxidants, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They contain compounds that have been shown to improve heart health, boost the immune system, and lower the risk of certain diseases.

By incorporating mushrooms into your Valentine’s Day meal, you’ll not only impress your loved one with your culinary skills, but also show that you care about their health and wellbeing.

Creating a gourmet meal at home also allows you to personalize the experience and make it more special.

You can choose recipes that reflect your shared tastes and preferences, or experiment with new and exotic ingredients. Whatever you choose, cooking together is a fun and meaningful activity that can strengthen your relationship and create lasting memories.

So, put on your chef’s hat and get ready to whip up a delicious and healthy meal for your special someone this Valentine’s Day. Here are some recipes that are sure to make your date night at home an unforgettable experience.

Chicken, Portabellini & Rice One Pot Wonder

serves 8

Ingredients

For the chicken:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried herbs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 chicken pieces, bone in & skin on

For the rice:

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 250 g portabellini mushrooms, sliced in half
  • 1 green bell pepper, cubed
  • 1 large tomato, seeded & diced
  • 1 green chilli, sliced
  • 4 cups chicken stock, hot
  • 1 ½ cups long grain rice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh herbs, to garnish

Method

For the chicken:

  1. Rub the chicken generously with olive oil, spices and salt.
  2. Heat a large oven proof buffet casserole pan / wide pot with a lid on medium-high heat. Brown the chicken pieces in a drizzle of olive oil.
  3. Pay special attention to getting a nice crispy skin. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  4. Preheat oven to 200˚C.

For the rice:

  1. To start the rice, heat the olive oil and butter in the same pot / pan used to brown the chicken.
  2. Add the onion and a pinch of salt and sautée until tender.
  3. Add the garlic and portabellini mushrooms. Sautée for 1-2 minutes until golden. Add the green pepper, tomato, chilli and mix.
  4. Pour in the hot chicken stock and stir in the rice. Bring to a simmer. Carefully nestle the chicken pieces into the rice and stock without submerging the skin.
  5. Cover with a lid (or tinfoil) and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the lid and bake for another 25 minutes until the rice is cooked and the chicken skin is golden and crisp.
  6. Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with fresh herbs and serve straight out of the baking dish

Written by Marvin Leugering

Founder of FoodBlogSA Media. B.Bus.Sc. - Marketing; M.Bus.Sc- Tourism. A career in destination marketing was calling but then my passion for food took over. Welcome to our restaurant marketing platform.

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