chicken and rice
This delicious and comforting chicken and rice dish is a one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners. The tender chicken is seasoned to perfection and cooked with fluffy rice, infused with flavorful spices.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or pot with a lid
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- to taste salt and pepper
- for garnish fresh parsley optional
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side, until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the rice to the skillet, stirring well to coat it with the onion and garlic mixture.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- After 15 minutes, add the frozen peas and carrots to the rice, and place the cooked chicken on top. Cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are heated through and the rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before fluffing the rice with a fork. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs. You can also use brown rice for a healthier option; however, cooking time may need to be adjusted.