Our One Pot Chicken and Rice recipe is not just a meal; it’s a warm embrace after a long day. With every spoonful, you’ll taste the love and care poured into this dish
Ingredients:
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 bell pepper, diced
– 1 cup long-grain white rice
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 cup frozen peas
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat.
2. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add them to the hot skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
4. Add the rice to the skillet and stir to coat it in the oil and vegetables.
5. Pour in the chicken broth, then sprinkle in the dried thyme and paprika. Stir to combine.
6. Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the rice mixture.
7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the chicken is tender.
8. In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the frozen peas to the skillet and stir them into the rice mixture.
9. Once the rice is cooked and the peas are heated through, remove the skillet from the heat.
10. Garnish the chicken and rice with chopped parsley before serving.
Enjoy this comforting one-pot meal, where tender chicken, fluffy rice, and flavorful vegetables come together in perfect harmony. It’s a simple yet satisfying dish that’s sure to become a family favorite!