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Anti Inflammatory Bowl With Turmeric Chicken And Rice Everyone Will Ask You To Make Again

Anti Inflammatory Bowl With Turmeric Chicken And Rice

A nourishing bowl featuring golden turmeric-spiced chicken served over fluffy rice with anti-inflammatory vegetables and herbs.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 425

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons ground turmeric
  • 1.5 cups basmati rice rinsed
  • 3 cups fresh spinach packed
  • 1 medium red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt divided
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium pot, combine rice with 3 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until tender and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chicken pieces with turmeric, cumin, grated ginger, minced garlic, half the salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly with the spices.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  4. In the same skillet, add the sliced red bell pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes. Add fresh spinach and cook until just wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Add fresh lemon juice and remaining salt. Toss everything together and cook for 1 minute to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork. Divide rice among four bowls. Top each bowl with the turmeric chicken and vegetable mixture. Drizzle with any remaining pan juices.
  7. Serve immediately while hot. Optionally garnish with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lemon, or a dollop of Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.

Nutrition

Calories: 425kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 38gFat: 9gSodium: 520mgFiber: 4g

Notes

For maximum anti-inflammatory benefits, use fresh turmeric root if available and add a pinch of black pepper to enhance turmeric absorption. The chicken can be marinated in the spice mixture for up to 2 hours before cooking for deeper flavor. Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water.

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