Looking for fast and tasty dinner ideas? Rice is the ultimate kitchen hero—affordable, filling, and endlessly versatile. Whether you have white rice, brown rice, or even jasmine rice on hand, these 5 quick rice recipes will help you get dinner on the table without stress.
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1. Quick Chicken Veggie Bowl
⏱️ Time: 20 minutes
Perfect for: A healthy, protein-packed weeknight dinner.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cooked chicken breast, sliced or shredded
- 1 cup frozen or fresh mixed vegetables
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp teriyaki or low-sodium soy sauce
How to Make It:
- Heat oil in a skillet, then sauté vegetables for 5–6 minutes.
- Add cooked chicken and sauce, then stir well.
- Spoon the mixture over warm rice and serve.
Optional: Add sesame seeds or a drizzle of sriracha for extra flavor!
2. Quick Chicken Veggie Bowl
⏱️ Time: 20 minutes
Perfect for: A healthy, protein-packed weeknight dinner.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cooked chicken breast, sliced or shredded
- 1 cup frozen or fresh mixed vegetables
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp teriyaki or low-sodium soy sauce
How to Make It:
- Heat oil in a skillet, then sauté vegetables for 5–6 minutes.
- Add cooked chicken and sauce, then stir well.
- Spoon the mixture over warm rice and serve.
Optional: Add sesame seeds or a drizzle of sriracha for extra flavor!
2. Quick Chicken Veggie Bowl
⏱️ Time: 20 minutes
Perfect for: A healthy, protein-packed weeknight dinner.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cooked chicken breast, sliced or shredded
- 1 cup frozen or fresh mixed vegetables
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp teriyaki or low-sodium soy sauce
How to Make It:
- Heat oil in a skillet, then sauté vegetables for 5–6 minutes.
- Add cooked chicken and sauce, then stir well.
- Spoon the mixture over warm rice and serve.
Optional: Add sesame seeds or a drizzle of sriracha for extra flavor!
3. Tomato & Basil Infused Rice
⏱️ Time: 15 minutes
Perfect for: A light, Mediterranean-inspired dish.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 ripe tomato, diced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
How to Make It:
- In a pan, sauté garlic and diced tomato until soft.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute.
- Add rice and basil, mix well, and heat through.
- Serve with a sprinkle of parmesan or vegan cheese.
4. 10-Minute Egg Fried Rice
⏱️ Time: 10 minutes
Perfect for: A quick fix when you’re short on time.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cold cooked rice
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp oil (vegetable or sesame)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- Optional: diced veggies, green onions
How to Make It:
- Heat oil in a wok or skillet. Scramble the eggs, then set them aside.
- Stir-fry the rice for 3–4 minutes.
- Return eggs to the pan, add soy sauce, and toss everything together.
- Serve with chopped scallions or chili flakes.
5. Lemon Herb Rice
⏱️ Time: 15 minutes
Perfect for: A fresh, zesty side dish or light main course.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked rice
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley or dill, chopped
- Salt to taste
How to Make It:
- Warm the olive oil in a pan, then stir in the rice.
- Add lemon juice and zest. Mix well.
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs and cook for 2–3 more minutes.
Bonus: Pairs beautifully with grilled chicken or fish.
🍴 Final Tips for Busy Home Cooks
- Batch cook rice at the beginning of the week to save time.
- Cold rice works best for stir-fry recipes—it keeps the grains from turning mushy.
- Add extras like tofu, shrimp, or beans to increase protein.
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