Description
A comforting one-pot meal that combines tender chicken and savory rice with fresh veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup rice (jasmine or long-grain)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, and sear it for about 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, toss in the diced onion and garlic. Sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Add the rice and stir it into the onion and garlic mixture, letting it toast for a minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Nestle the chicken back into the skillet along with the mixed veggies.
- Cover and let it simmer on low for about 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.
- Once everything is cooked, fluff the rice, adjust seasoning if necessary, and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Reheat gently on the stove with broth or water.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: one-pot meal, chicken and rice, comfort food, family dinner, easy recipe