Chicken With Rice And Tomato Salad Recipe

Prepare the Chicken

1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and your favorite spices. 2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil. 3. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. 4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Cook the Rice

1. Rinse 1 cup of rice under cold water until the water runs clear. 2. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. 3. Add the rinsed rice and a pinch of salt to the boiling water. 4. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. 5. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Prepare the Tomato Salad

1. Chop 2 large tomatoes, 1 cucumber, and 1 small red onion into bite-sized pieces. 2. In a bowl, combine the chopped vegetables with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the juice of 1 lemon, salt, and pepper to taste. 3. Toss the salad gently to mix all ingredients well. 4. Optionally, add some chopped fresh herbs like parsley or basil for extra flavor.

Assemble the Dish

1. Slice the cooked chicken breasts. 2. Serve the sliced chicken over a bed of fluffy rice. 3. Add a generous portion of tomato salad on the side. 4. Garnish with a lemon wedge or fresh herbs, if desired.