One Pan Chicken and Rice
One Pan Chicken and Rice is a flavorful, comforting dish that brings together tender chicken, fluffy rice, and colorful vegetables in one effortless meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe requires minimal cleanup while delivering maximum taste. With its rich aroma and satisfying flavors, it’s sure to become a family favorite that transports you back to cherished dinner moments.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas and carrots)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Your favorite spices (e.g., paprika, cumin)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear; set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; add to the skillet. Sear for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Stir in rinsed rice and chicken broth; scrape any bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Evenly sprinkle mixed vegetables over the rice mixture.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and let simmer for about 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg