Description
Rice and chicken is a beloved classic that brings warmth and comfort to any dinner table. This easy, one-pot dish combines tender chicken breasts with fluffy long-grain rice, all infused with savory chicken broth and vibrant vegetables. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, you can create a flavorful meal in under an hour. Customize it with your favorite spices or veggies to make it your own! Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this rice and chicken recipe is bound to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh vegetables (bell peppers, peas)
- Garlic powder
- Dried thyme
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 5 minutes per side until browned.
- Remove chicken from skillet; add chopped vegetables and sauté for 3 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet along with rinsed rice. Pour in chicken broth to cover ingredients by an inch.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover tightly, and simmer for about 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg