One Pot Chicken and Rice

One Pot Chicken and Rice

6 servings
This easy one pot chicken and rice recipe is a healthy dinner made with simple and real ingredients. Perfect for any night of the week!

Ingredients

  • extra virgin olive oil
    3 tbsp
  • boneless

    skinless chicken thighs or breasts, , cut into 1-inch pieces

    1 ½ lb
  • salt
    , to taste
  • ground black pepper
    , to taste
  • yellow onion

    , diced

    1 medium
  • carrots

    , peeled and shredded

    2
  • celery stalks

    , chopped

    2
  • minced garlic
    1 tbsp
  • chicken broth
    2 c
  • jasmine rice

    , rinsed

    1 ½ c
  • shredded or grated parmesan cheese
    ½ c
  • chopped fresh parsley
    ⅓ c

Directions

  1. 1

    In a 3-quart stockpot, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper (I start with about 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper). Sauté 5 to 7 minutes, or until no longer pick and cooked through.

  2. 2

    Add onion and sauté 3 minutes. Stir in the carrots, celery and garlic and sauté 1 minute.

  3. 3

    Increase the heat to high and add the broth and rice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Stir again, cover, and let simmer 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the broth is absorbed. Stir occasionally to keep the rice from sticking to the pot.

  4. 4

    Stir in the parmesan and parsley. Taste and add more salt, pepper, or any other desired seasonings.

One Pot Chicken and Rice

One Pot Chicken and Rice

50 min6 servings422 cal

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About this Recipe

Looking for an effortless, wholesome dinner that comes together in a single pot? This One Pot Chicken and Rice recipe delivers ultimate comfort and flavor with minimal cleanup, making it perfect for any busy weeknight.

Why This Recipe Works

The beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity and efficiency. By cooking everything in one pot, the jasmine rice absorbs all the rich savory flavors from the tender chicken, aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, and the simmering chicken broth. This method ensures every grain of rice is infused with taste, creating a deeply satisfying meal that tastes far more complex than it is.

What to Expect

You're in for a truly comforting experience with this one-pot wonder. Each forkful offers succulent, bite-sized pieces of chicken, perfectly cooked jasmine rice, and a medley of softened, sweet vegetables. The dish is brightened by the aromatic depth of minced garlic and receives a fresh, herbaceous finish from chopped parsley, beautifully complemented by the savory sharpness of shredded Parmesan cheese. It's a hearty and healthy dinner option that doesn't compromise on taste, providing a balanced and filling meal for the whole family.

Customization & Variations

This versatile chicken and rice dish is easy to adapt to what you have on hand. You can readily swap boneless, skinless chicken thighs for breasts, or vice versa, depending on your preference for dark or white meat. Feel free to incorporate other quick-cooking vegetables like peas or spinach during the last few minutes of cooking for an added nutritional boost. If you're out of Parmesan, a similar hard, salty cheese would also work well.

Serving & Context

Serve this wholesome One Pot Chicken and Rice as a complete meal for family dinner, or portion it for satisfying lunches throughout the week. It's a standalone dish that needs little else.

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