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Easy 30-Minute One-Pot Chicken and Rice Recipe for Perfect Dinner

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A quick and comforting one-pot chicken and rice dish ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights and satisfying family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on), about 1.5 pounds (700 g)
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (200 g)
  • 2 cups chicken broth (480 ml), low-sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, diced (red or yellow)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • A handful fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the chicken thighs. Chop onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Measure out rice and broth. (5 minutes)
  2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Place chicken skin-side down and cook 5-7 minutes until golden and crisp. Flip and brown the other side for 3-4 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside. (10 minutes)
  4. In the same pot, add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Stir and cook until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Scrape up browned bits from the bottom.
  5. Sprinkle in smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat the veggies. Add rice and stir until grains are glossy and mixed evenly. (2 minutes)
  6. Pour in chicken broth carefully, stirring once. Lay the browned chicken thighs on top, skin-side up. (1-2 minutes)
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover pot tightly, and let everything cook for 18-20 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid too often.
  8. After 20 minutes, test the rice and chicken. Rice should be tender and liquid absorbed; chicken should reach 165°F (74°C) internally. If needed, cover and cook a few more minutes.
  9. Turn off heat and let the pot sit covered for 5 minutes. Sprinkle fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Use bone-in chicken thighs for richer flavor and juiciness. For brown rice, increase cooking time by about 15 minutes and add extra broth. Avoid lifting the lid during simmering to keep rice fluffy. If rice is underdone but chicken is cooked, remove chicken and cover rice with a kitchen towel under the lid to finish cooking.

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