Description
One Pot Chicken and Rice is a simple yet delightful dish that brings comfort to your dinner table with minimal effort. This recipe features juicy, skinless chicken thighs simmered with fluffy basmati rice, infused with aromatic herbs and spices for a savory flavor that will please the whole family. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this one-pot meal not only promises easy cleanup but also delivers hearty nutrition packed with protein and wholesome carbs. Whether served as a main course or paired with a refreshing salad, this comforting dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups uncooked basmati rice
- 6 skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 3 cups low sodium chicken stock
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Mixed herbs
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Combine smoked paprika, mixed herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rinse the basmati rice until the water runs clear.
- Season the chicken thighs with the spice mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet. Sear the chicken thighs for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown; remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté chopped onions until translucent. Add butter and toast the rinsed rice for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken stock and add reserved seasoning. Arrange seared chicken over rice mixture, cover, and cook on low-medium heat for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Garnish with green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg