Nando’s Peri Peri Chicken & Rice One-Pot
Serves 4 527 calories | 38g protein per serving
If you love Nando’s, then my high-protein, one-pot Nando's Peri Peri Chicken & Rice recipe is a must-try. Perfect for a quick midweek dinner or as a meal prep recipe for the week.
Ingredients:
- 150g basmati rice
- 350ml chicken stock
- 600g chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 courgette, sliced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red chili, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Nando’s Peri Peri seasoning
- 1 tbsp Nando’s peri peri sauce (garnish)
- 30g lighter cheddar, grated
- 1 tsp olive oil
Method:
- Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté the onion, garlic, courgette, bell pepper, and chilli with 1 tbsp of Nando’s Peri Peri seasoning until softened.
- Add the chicken thighs and the remaining 1 tbsp of Nando’s seasoning. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in the basmati rice and chicken stock. Cover with a lid and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the stock has been absorbed.
- Sprinkle the grated cheddar over the top, allowing it to melt. Drizzle with 1 tbsp of Nando’s Peri Peri marinade sauce if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
