Description
Discover the comforting delight of One Pot Chicken and Rice, a wholesome dish that combines tender chicken, flavorful rice, and vibrant vegetables for a satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this one-pot wonder simplifies cooking and cleanup without sacrificing taste. The hearty ingredients meld together in a rich broth, creating a visually appealing and delicious dish that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Serve it as is or dress it up with your favorite sides for an all-in-one dinner experience that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 tablespoons butter or vegan butter
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 cups long-grain white rice (Lundberg White Jasmine recommended)
- 8 cups chicken stock
- 2 chicken breasts (about 1 lb), cut into bite-sized pieces
- Seasoned salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add carrots, season with salt and pepper, cover, and cook for 5-6 minutes until tender.
- Stir in rice, dried onion, garlic, and parsley. Sauté for 1 minute.
- Add chicken stock; bring to a boil while stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add seasoned chicken pieces; continue simmering for another 7-10 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
- Stir in remaining butter if desired; let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg