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Skillet Okra And Rice

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This comforting Skillet Okra and Rice is a quintessential Southern side dish that delivers rich, home-style flavor in every bite. The recipe combines long-grain rice saut&# 195;©ed until golden, then simmered in savory chicken broth with aromatic garlic, onion, bell pepper, and tomato. Fresh herbs like thyme and bay leaf infuse the dish with warmth, while a touch of red pepper sauce adds a gentle kick. The okra is added towards the end to ensure it stays tender without becoming slimy. Perfect for accompanying grilled meats or fried chicken, this hearty, vegetable-packed meal is simple to prepare using pantry staples and offers a satisfying balance of textures and flavors ideal for family dinners or potlucks.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 298.4
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This comforting Skillet Okra and Rice is a quintessential Southern side dish that delivers rich, home-style flavor in every bite. The recipe combines long-grain rice saut&# 195;©ed until golden, then simmered in savory chicken broth with aromatic garlic, onion, bell pepper, and tomato. Fresh herbs like thyme and bay leaf infuse the dish with warmth, while a touch of red pepper sauce adds a gentle kick. The okra is added towards the end to ensure it stays tender without becoming slimy. Perfect for accompanying grilled meats or fried chicken, this hearty, vegetable-packed meal is simple to prepare using pantry staples and offers a satisfying balance of textures and flavors ideal for family dinners or potlucks.
Directions
  1. 1
    Heat vegetable oil in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. 2
    Add the uncooked rice to the skillet and sauté for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the rice turns golden brown.
  3. 3
    Stir in the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and finely chopped garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion begins to soften.
  4. 4
    Add the chopped tomato, chicken broth, salt, dried thyme, pepper, red pepper sauce, and bay leaf to the skillet.
  5. 5
    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
  6. 6
    Cover the skillet and simmer until the rice is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
  7. 7
    Stir in the sliced okra.
  8. 8
    Cover and simmer for 10 minutes longer, or until the okra is tender.
  9. 9
    Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 298.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.4g13%
Saturated Fat 1.8g9%
Cholesterol 35.6mg12%
Sodium 58.8mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 43.9g15%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g57%
Sugars 6.2g
Protein 18.4g37%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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