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One Pot Chicken and Rice Recipe

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A delicious and comforting one-pot chicken and rice recipe that combines tender chicken breast pieces, aromatic long grain rice, and savory vegetables cooked in chicken stock for a simple yet flavorful meal, perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 4 – 6 Tablespoons butter or vegan butter (divided)
  • 1 heaping cup shredded or chopped carrots
  • Homemade seasoned salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1 Tablespoon dried minced onion
  • 1 teaspoon dried minced garlic
  • 2 Tablespoons dried parsley flakes
  • 2 scant cups long grain white rice (Lundberg White Jasmine Rice recommended)
  • 2 chicken breasts (~1 lb, cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 8 cups chicken stock

Instructions

  1. Saute veggies: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the shredded or chopped carrots, season with homemade seasoned salt and pepper to taste, then cover the pot with a lid and cook until the carrots are tender, about 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
  2. Cook rice: Add the long grain white rice, dried minced onion, and dried minced garlic to the pot. Stir thoroughly to coat the rice in the melted butter and sauté the mixture for 1 minute. Then add the dried parsley flakes and chicken stock. Turn the heat up to high to bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to make sure the rice doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pot as it heats up.
  3. Simmer: Lower the heat to medium-low to maintain a gentle simmer. Let the rice cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, season the bite-sized chicken pieces with seasoned salt and pepper. Add the chicken to the pot, increase the heat slightly to re-establish a simmer if needed, then reduce heat back to medium-low. Continue to simmer until the chicken is fully cooked through and the rice is tender but still slightly firm (al dente), approximately 7-10 more minutes. Stir occasionally, increasing frequency near the end to prevent sticking.
  4. Serve: Stir in the remaining 2 to 4 tablespoons of butter, adjusting to your preference for richness. Taste and season with additional seasoned salt and pepper as needed. Let the dish sit uncovered for 5 minutes to thicken slightly and cool before serving. Scoop into bowls and enjoy a hearty, flavorful meal.

Notes

  • Use vegan butter to make this recipe dairy-free and suitable for vegans substituting chicken with a plant-based alternative.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste, especially the homemade seasoned salt and pepper.
  • Stirring occasionally during simmering prevents rice from sticking to the pot bottom.
  • Letting the dish sit uncovered before serving helps thicken the rice for better texture.
  • Using fresh chicken stock enhances the overall flavor but store-bought stock works fine too.

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