Chicken and Rice
Chicken and Rice is a comforting, one-pot meal that perfectly blends tender chicken breasts with fluffy long-grain rice, all simmered in savory chicken broth. This dish is not only simple to prepare but also evokes warmth and nostalgia, making it ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With the addition of aromatic onions and garlic, each bite promises rich flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup long-grain rice (jasmine or basmati)
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Brown the chicken in the skillet for about 4 minutes on each side.
- Remove the chicken and add rice to the skillet; toast for about 2 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, add chicken broth to cover, and scrape any bits from the bottom.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until rice is tender.
- Fluff with a fork and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Customize your dish by adding vegetables like peas or carrots towards the end of cooking. For a healthier twist, substitute rice with quinoa or farro.