One-Pot Chicken & Rice: Your New Weeknight Comfort Hero

Experience the cozy comfort of One-Pot Chicken & Rice, a quick and delicious dish perfect for weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound diced chicken thighs boneless, skinless

For the Cooking Base

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup onion finely chopped
2 cloves garlic minced

For the Main Components

1.25 cups uncooked white rice or brown rice
1 cup carrots sliced
4 cups gluten-free chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried thyme
to taste salt
to taste pepper

For the Creamy Finish

1 cup unsweetened almond milk
0.25 cups fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

large pot or deep skillet

Method

Instructions

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 pound of diced chicken and brown for 5-6 minutes.
Add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves for 30 seconds.
Mix in 1 ¼ cups of uncooked white rice and 1 sliced carrot. Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth. Season with 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
Cover and let simmer on low heat for 18-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Once cooked, stir in 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk and ¼ cup of parsley, and simmer uncovered for 3-4 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For even creamier results, stir in grated Parmesan cheese at the end if desired. Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

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