One-Pan Chicken & Rice
Savor the deliciousness of One-Pan Chicken & Rice, a comforting and easy meal perfect for family dinners, combining juicy chicken with flavorful rice and colorful vegetables.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup rice Long grain rice is preferred
- 2 cups chicken broth Can substitute with water or vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots Can be substituted with your favorite veggies
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika, then add to the pan. Brown on both sides for about 5 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the onion and garlic, sautéing until soft.
- Stir in the rice and toast for a couple of minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, add the chicken back in, and cover.
- Cook for about 20 minutes until the rice is fluffy and the chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in the frozen peas and carrots, cover again, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Avoid skipping the browning step for added flavor. Use long grain rice for best results.