Description
One Pot Chicken and Rice is a delicious family meal that’s quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. Tender chicken thighs simmer alongside fluffy basmati rice, infused with aromatic herbs and spices. This hearty dish combines convenience and satisfaction, making it perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekends. With minimal cleanup required, you’ll have more time to enjoy the comforting flavors of this classic recipe. Whether you serve it straight from the pot for a family-style dinner or pair it with a crisp salad, this dish is sure to become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 skinless chicken thighs
- 1½ cups uncooked basmati rice
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken stock
- Seasonings: smoked paprika, mixed herbs, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together smoked paprika, mixed herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Rinse the rice until the water runs clear.
- Season the chicken thighs with most of the spice mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides. Remove from pan.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions until translucent. Add butter and rinsed rice; toast for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken stock, add reserved seasoning, and arrange chicken on top of rice. Cover and cook on low for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 330g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 145mg