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One-Pot Chicken & Rice

This cozy One-Pot Chicken & Rice dish is easy to make, affordable, and gluten-free, perfect for family dinners with minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced Chop small for quicker cooking
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice For creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped For garnish

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pot or deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until lightly browned.
  3. Stir in the chopped onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
  4. Toss in garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.
  5. Add rice, sliced carrots, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  7. Stir in milk and fresh parsley. Simmer uncovered for another 3–4 minutes until creamy. Adjust seasoning and serve warm with extra parsley if desired.

Notes

Don’t skip toasting the garlic for added flavor. This dish is perfect for meal prep and leftovers last 3–4 days in the fridge.