Name: Chicken mix with rice – a quick dinner in a few minutes
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 onion; 500 g of chicken (breasts or thigh fillets), cut into strips; 1–2 teaspoons of the "Krakonošovo koření" mix (or Czech seasoning for chicken); 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 red pepper (kápie), cut into strips; 1 leek, sliced into rounds; 1–2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed in a little water; oil for sautéing; salt and pepper to taste; 300 g white rice; water and a pinch of salt

Preparation procedure

Preparing the rice: Rinse the rice in cold water. Bring salted water to a boil, add the rice and cook according to package instructions (usually 15–20 minutes), until tender.
Sautéing the onion and meat: Heat a little oil in a pan and sauté the onion cut into cubes until golden. Add the chicken strips, season with salt and pepper, and fry on all sides.
Seasoning and braising: Sprinkle the chicken with the Krakonošovo koření mix (or chicken seasoning), pour in the soy sauce and stir briefly. Add the sliced pepper and leek, pour in a little water or stock, cover and simmer for 5–7 minutes, until the vegetables soften.
Thickening and finishing the flavor: Pour the dissolved starch into the pan, mix well so the sauce thickens. Stir in the chopped garlic, then remove from the heat after a moment.
Serving: Serve a portion of rice on a plate with the chicken mix beside it. Serve immediately, ideally garnished with fresh herbs or spring onions.

Total preparation time:

Ingredient prep: 10 minutes
Cooking rice: 15–20 minutes
Simmering the chicken mix: 10 minutes
Total: approx. 30 minutes

Servings:

Conclusion

Chicken mix with rice is a perfect example of quick home cooking: simple ingredients, a few minutes of work and a result that will please the whole family. The balanced combination of meat, vegetables and soy sauce gives your meals a fresh Asian touch while preserving Czech tradition with beloved rice. Make this dish anytime you need a quick and tasty dinner.