Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of One Pot Chicken and Rice, a delightful meal that combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and seasoned carrots all cooked together in a single pot. This family-friendly dish is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. With its rich taste and wholesome ingredients, it’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Plus, the versatility of this recipe allows you to customize it with your favorite vegetables and spices, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 tablespoons butter or vegan butter
- 1 heaping cup shredded carrots
- 2 scant cups long-grain white rice (Lundberg White Jasmine Rice recommended)
- 8 cups chicken stock
- 2 chicken breasts (~1 lb), cut into bite-sized pieces
- Homemade seasoned salt and pepper
Instructions
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the shredded carrots and season with seasoned salt and pepper. Cover and cook for 5-6 minutes until tender.
- Stir in the rice, dried onion, garlic, and parsley; sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in the chicken stock and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Add them to the pot, adjusting heat as necessary to maintain a simmer for another 7-10 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in remaining butter as desired. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 615mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg