One Pot Chicken and Rice
Whether you’re hosting a casual dinner, preparing a quick lunch, or looking for a comforting meal, One Pot Chicken and Rice is the perfect choice. The combination of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and flavorful vegetables makes it a crowd-pleaser that everyone will enjoy.
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs/breasts , cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3-4 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion and diced
- 2 carrots peeled and shredded
- 2 celery stalks and chopped
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups jasmine rice and rinsed
- ½ cup shredded/grated Parmesan cheese
- ground black pepper to taste
- salt to taste
- ⅓ cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a 3-quart stockpot, warm olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces, seasoning them with salt and pepper (approximately 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper works well).
- Sauté the chicken for 5 minutes, or until it turns white and is fully cooked.
- Next, add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3 minutes. Then, mix in the carrots, celery, and garlic, and cook for an additional minute.
- Raise the heat to high, then pour in the broth and add the rice. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer.
- Stir the ingredients, cover the pot, and let it cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the broth has been absorbed.
- Stir occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Finally, mix in the grated parmesan and chopped parsley. Taste the dish, adjusting with extra salt, pepper, or any additional seasonings to your liking.