One-Pan Chicken and Rice
A comforting and vibrant dish that combines succulent chicken, colorful vegetables, and fluffy rice in a delightful, hassle-free meal.
- Author: Emily
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat Your Pan: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
- Sear the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano. Cook in the skillet for about 5 minutes per side until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add chopped onions and bell peppers. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add Garlic and Rice: Stir in minced garlic, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add rinsed long-grain rice to soak up flavors.
- Pour in Broth: Carefully add chicken broth while stirring. Bring to a gentle boil; reduce heat to low. Return chicken to the pan, nestling it into the rice.
- Simmer Away: Cover with a lid and let simmer for 20–25 minutes until rice is tender and has absorbed most of the broth. Fluff rice with a fork before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize your dish by adding seasonal vegetables or swapping proteins like shrimp or tofu. For added flavor, experiment with spices such as saffron or smoked paprika.