Description
This One Pot Chicken and Rice combines tender chicken thighs and fluffy basmati rice, offering a flavorful and comforting meal with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups uncooked basmati rice
- 6 chicken thighs
- 1½ tsp mixed herbs
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 Tbsp butter
- 3 cups low sodium chicken stock
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup green onions to garnish
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine smoked paprika, mixed herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then set aside.
- Toss chicken thighs with the seasoning mixture, reserving about a teaspoon for later use.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and sear chicken thighs skin-side down for approximately 3 minutes on each side.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add chopped onions to the same pot and sauté until soft and translucent.
- Add butter and stir until melted.
- Introduce rinsed rice to the pot, stirring for 1-2 minutes to toast slightly.
- Pour in chicken stock, add reserved seasoning, stir well to deglaze, and taste to adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Arrange seared chicken thighs over rice, cover pot, reduce heat to low-medium and cook for 15-20 minutes.
- After cooking, garnish with chopped green onions, cover and let sit for 3 minutes before serving. Fluff rice gently with a fork.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs or vegetables like peas and bell peppers. Resting the dish helps flavors to develop further.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American