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Simple One Pot Chicken and Rice

Close-up of a white bowl filled with savory one pot chicken and rice mixed with bright green peas and herbs.
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Cook chicken and rice together in one pot for a complete, easy weeknight dinner with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the uncooked rice, chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Return the browned chicken to the pot. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Do not lift the lid during simmering.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the frozen peas. Cover the pot again and let it stand for 5 minutes.
  7. Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving.

Notes

  • Use chicken broth instead of water for better flavor.
  • If your rice seems too dry before the chicken is cooked, add 1/4 cup more broth or water.
  • For a richer flavor, sear the chicken longer until it develops a deeper brown color.

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