One Pot Chicken and Rice

v1.0

by Folsom Weeknight (AI-curated)

Main DishAmericanDinnerStovetopone potchicken and riceskillet dinnerweeknightfamily dinnerGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreePeanut-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeHigh-Protein
Servings: 4Prep: 15 minCook: 35 minInactive: 5 minTotal: 55 min

Seared chicken finishes over seasoned rice in the same covered pan. The rice loosens the browned bits from the skillet and absorbs the chicken juices as it cooks.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb Boneless, skinless chicken thighstrimmed
  • 1 1/2 tsp Kosher saltdivided
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 Yellow oniondiced
  • 3 cloves Garlicminced
  • 1 1/2 cups Long-grain white ricerinsed and drained
  • 2 1/4 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 tsp Dried thyme
  • 1 cup Frozen peas

Equipment

  • Large deep skillet with lid
  • Plate
  • Instant-read thermometer

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pat the chicken dry and season it with 1 teaspoon salt and the black pepper.

    2 min

  2. 2

    Heat the oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side, then transfer it to a plate. It will finish cooking later.

    8 min

  3. 3

    Reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion and cook until softened, scraping up the browned bits. Add the garlic and stir for 30 seconds.

    5 min

  4. 4

    Stir in the rice, broth, thyme, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a steady simmer.

    3 min

  5. 5

    Set the chicken and any collected juices on top of the rice. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook without lifting the lid for 18 minutes.

    18 min

  6. 6

    Check that the chicken reaches at least 165 F and the rice is tender. If the rice is firm, add 2 tablespoons broth, cover, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes more.

    4 min

  7. 7

    Scatter the peas over the rice. Cover, remove from the heat, and rest for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice around the chicken.

    5 min

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Printed September 4, 2026