Description
One-Pan No Peek Chicken & Rice is a comforting, hassle-free meal that combines juicy chicken with flavorful rice in one dish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe requires minimal prep and allows the oven to do all the work while you relax. As the chicken simmers with spices and fresh vegetables, the rice absorbs all the delicious flavors, resulting in a hearty dish that pleases both kids and adults. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a satisfying family meal that has everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Fresh vegetables (bell peppers, onions, carrots)
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika; place in the baking dish.
- Chop fresh vegetables and scatter around the chicken.
- Mix rice with chicken broth; pour over the chicken and vegetables.
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes without peeking.
- Let sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg