One Pot Chicken and Rice

A comforting one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, fluffy rice, and flavorful vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 400 kcal

4-6 Tablespoons butter or vegan butter Adds richness and moisture
1 heaping cup shredded or chopped carrots Adds sweetness and texture
to taste homemade seasoned salt and pepper Enhances overall flavor
2 scant cups long grain white rice Lundberg White Jasmine Rice recommended; provides a tender and fluffy base
1 Tablespoon dried minced onion Adds depth of flavor
1 teaspoon dried minced garlic Adds aromatic flavor
2 Tablespoons dried parsley flakes For color and a hint of earthiness
8 cups chicken stock Provides moisture and savory depth
2 pieces (~1 lb) chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces Main protein, adds substance

Start by melting 2 tablespoons of butter in a large soup pot over medium heat.
Add in the shredded or chopped carrots, seasoning them with the homemade seasoned salt and pepper. Stir gently to combine, then cover the pot and let them cook for about 5-6 minutes.
Once the carrots are tender, stir in the rice, dried minced onion, and minced garlic.
Incorporate the dried parsley and pour in the chicken stock. Increase the heat to high, bringing the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for about 15 minutes.
Season the chicken pieces with the same seasoned salt and pepper, then add the chicken to the pot.
Cook for an additional 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is fully cooked and the rice is al dente.
Finally, stir in the remaining butter and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Allow the dish to sit for about 5 minutes before serving to thicken up.

Rest the dish after cooking to allow flavors to meld and the texture to stabilize. Experiment with vegetables and seasonings to suit your taste.

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Keyword Chicken and Rice, comfort food, Easy Recipe, family dinner, One Pot Meal

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