One Pot Chicken and Rice
A comforting meal of tender chicken and fluffy rice, all cooked together in one pot for easy cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 1½ cups uncooked basmati rice
- 6 chicken thighs
- 1½ tsp mixed herbs (or Italian seasoning)
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 Tbsp butter
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken stock
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup green onions to garnish
Instructions
- Mix smoked paprika, mixed herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Rinse the rice until the water runs clear and set it aside.
- Add the chicken thighs and remaining seasoning to a larger bowl; mix until coated.
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat and sear the chicken skin-side down for 3 minutes on each side.
- Remove the chicken and place it on a plate.
- Sauté chopped onions in the same pot until soft and translucent; add butter and stir until melted.
- Stir in the rinsed rice and toast for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour chicken stock over the rice, add reserved seasoning, and stir to combine.
- Arrange the chicken over the rice, cover, and cook on low-medium heat for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Garnish with green onions, cover, and let stand for 3 minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving.
Notes
For added nutrition, feel free to include vegetables like peas or carrots. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Find it online: https://comfortkitchenrecipes.com/one-pot-chicken-and-rice/