Description
This Easy One Pot Chicken and Rice is the perfect solution for busy weeknights. It delivers a flavorful, nutritious, and comforting homemade meal using just a single skillet with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and savory aromatics.
Ingredients
1 tbsp Olive Oil1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast (cut into 1-inch pieces)1 Onion (chopped)2 cloves Garlic (minced)1 cup Long-Grain White Rice (uncooked)2.5 cups Chicken Broth (low sodium)1 cup Frozen Peas and Carrots1 tsp Dried ThymeSalt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.2. Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and thyme. Add to the skillet and cook until lightly browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.3. Add chopped onion to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.4. Stir in the uncooked rice, coating it in the oil and aromatics.5. Pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.6. Return the browned chicken to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.7. Stir in the frozen peas and carrots. Cover and let sit off the heat for 5 minutes, allowing the residual heat to cook the vegetables.8. Fluff with a fork and serve immediately.
Notes
Use long-grain white rice (like Jasmine or Basmati) for best results. Do not use brown rice, as the cooking time will differ. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs can be used in place of breasts for a more moist and flavorful dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: One Pot, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg