Description
Spanish tortilla wraps comfort and flavor into one delicious package, perfect for satisfying your midday hunger. Packed with potato, egg, and onion, this classic Spanish dish delivers a hearty meal that feels like a warm culinary hug.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 1 cup diced chicken
Primary Carbohydrates:
- 2 cups cooked rice
Seasonings and Additions:
- 1 cup mixed vegetables
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet at medium heat (350°F) for about 2 minutes until it shimmers slightly.
- Add 1 cup diced chicken to the hot pan, spreading pieces evenly to ensure each chunk browns beautifully for 4-5 minutes.
- Toss 1 cup mixed vegetables into the skillet with the chicken, stirring constantly to prevent burning and cook for exactly 5 minutes.
- Introduce 2 cups of precooked rice directly into the pan, breaking up any clumps with your spatula.
- Pour 2 tablespoons soy sauce over the entire mixture, gently folding ingredients to distribute the sauce evenly.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper across the dish, tasting and adjusting seasoning to your preference.
- Continue stirring and heating everything together for another 2-3 minutes until the rice is steaming hot and ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Transfer the fragrant rice mixture to a serving plate, ensuring an even distribution of chicken, vegetables, and rice.
Notes
- Check chicken is fully cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.
- Swap chicken for tofu or tempeh to make this recipe vegetarian or vegan-friendly.
- Use leftover rice from the refrigerator to speed up preparation and reduce cooking time.
- Select frozen mixed vegetables for a quick and consistent vegetable blend that saves chopping time.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg