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Cast Iron Chicken Breast with White Rice

66g protein, $2.01/plate, 17 min. Cast Iron perfection.

Cast Iron Chicken Breast with White Rice
🍳Cast Iron
🍗Chicken200g
+
🍚Rice1 serving
Don't move it — let the crust form
Protein
66g
Calories
536
Cost
$2.01
Total Time
17m

Combo Score

9.3/10
Protein
10.0
Value
10.0
Speed
8.0
Ease
8.5

Nutrition Breakdown

1serving
536cal
Calories
66g
Protein
45g
Carbs
7g
Fat

How to Make It

1

Heat cast iron skillet over medium-high until smoking hot.

2

Season chicken. Add 1 tbsp oil to pan.

3

Sear 6-7 min per side. Don't touch it while it sears.

4

Internal temp: 165°F. Rest 3 min.

Medium-high14 mincook time

Pro Tips

  • At $2.01/plate with 66g protein, this is elite value.
  • 66g protein in one meal — that's almost half your daily target if you're aiming for 150g.
  • Pound to even thickness — cooks faster, stays juicier.
  • Make a big batch of rice on Sunday. Reheat all week.

Cost Breakdown

Chicken
$1.76
Rice
$0.25
Per Plate
$2.01
Per Month (1x/day)
$60
Protein per dollar: 32.8g/$

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