the best One-Pot Chicken and Rice in 2025
Here’s a delicious and easy recipe for One-Pot Chicken and Rice. This dish is comforting, flavorful, and perfect for a busy weeknight dinner, all cooked in a single pot for easy cleanup
One-Pot Chicken and Rice
Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or boneless, if preferred)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain rice (such as basmati or jasmine)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin (optional)
- 1 cup frozen peas (or mixed vegetables)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions:
Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper.
Sear the Chicken: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs, skin side down, and sear for about 5-7 minutes, until the skin is golden brown. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the Rice and Spices: Stir in the rice, paprika, thyme, and cumin (if using). Cook for about 2 minutes, allowing the rice to toast slightly.
Add the Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Place the seared chicken thighs on top of the rice mixture, skin side up.
Cook the Chicken and Rice: Cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 75°C).
Add the Peas: In the last 5 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the frozen peas over the chicken and rice, cover again, and allow them to steam until heated through.
Serve: Once everything is cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and serve the chicken and rice garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Tips:
- You can add other vegetables, such as bell peppers, carrots, or spinach, for extra nutrition and flavor.
- For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in your favorite spices or a little lemon juice beforehand.
This One-Pot Chicken and Rice is a hearty, satisfying meal that brings comfort to your dinner table with minimal cleanup! Enjoy!
