One-Pot Chicken & Rice
A hearty One-Pot Chicken & Rice recipe that embodies cozy warmth with its rich flavors and simple preparation, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 piece onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 piece bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Add them to the pot and brown for about 5 minutes on each side until golden. Remove from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add more olive oil if needed, and sauté the diced onion, minced garlic, and chopped bell pepper until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the rice and dried thyme, coating it with the olive oil and cooking for another minute to deepen the flavor.
- Place the chicken back into the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Let it simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
- Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and serve your One-Pot Chicken & Rice warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, deglaze the pot with a splash of white wine or lemon juice after cooking the vegetables. Adjust cooking time if using different cuts of chicken. Add vegetables like peas or carrots in the last 5 minutes for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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