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One Pot Chicken and Rice Recipe

One Pot Chicken and Rice Recipe
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4.6 from 14 reviews

A comforting and flavorful one-pot meal, this Chicken and Rice recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Tender chicken pieces cooked with fragrant rice, vegetables, and herbs in a savory broth, creating a deliciously satisfying dish.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks

For the Rice:

  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 1/4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the seasoned chicken pieces for 4–5 minutes. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the Rice: In the same pot, sauté onion until soft, then add garlic. Stir in rice, then pour in broth and add thyme. Return chicken to the pot.
  3. Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender.
  4. Finish: Add peas and carrots if using, cook for 5 more minutes. Let rest, fluff rice, and garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • Consider using bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for more flavor.
  • Enhance with bell peppers or mushrooms for extra vegetables.

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