Description
One Pot Chicken and Rice is a comforting, flavorful dish that brings the family together around the dinner table. Juicy chicken thighs pair perfectly with fluffy long-grain rice, infused with aromatic spices and fresh vegetables. This easy-to-make recipe requires minimal cleanup, making it ideal for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends. With every bite, you’ll savor a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Whip up this delicious dish for an effortless meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes each side. Remove from pot and set aside.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: In the same pot, add chopped onions and sauté until softened (3-4 minutes). Stir in minced garlic for another minute until fragrant.
- Add Rice and Spices: Stir in rinsed rice along with paprika, oregano, black pepper, and any additional spices. Toast for about two minutes.
- Pour in Broth: Add chicken broth while scraping the pot's bottom to release flavor bits. Stir gently.
- Combine Everything: Return browned chicken to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover tightly and cook for 20-25 minutes until rice is fluffy.
- Fluff & Serve: Let sit covered for 5 minutes after cooking. Fluff rice gently with a fork before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg