One-Pot Chicken and Rice
This One-Pot Chicken and Rice recipe is the perfect solution for a simple, comforting, and delicious meal. With juicy chicken and flavorful rice cooked together in one pot, it’s an easy weeknight dinner that’s full of flavor and minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (or your preferred type of rice)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika.
- Add the chicken to the pot and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the chopped onion and garlic until softened, about 2 minutes.
- Add the rice and stir for about 1 minute to toast it slightly.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Place the chicken back into the pot on top of the rice.
- Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the chicken is fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute bone-in chicken pieces, but be sure to increase the cooking time.
- For a burst of extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
- Feel free to customize with vegetables like peas, carrots, or bell peppers.
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