One-Pan Chicken and Rice
Tender chicken thighs and rice cook together in one skillet with broth and aromatics. Ready in under 40 minutes with minimal cleanup.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
Step 2
Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
Step 3
Add chicken and sear 4 minutes per side without moving until golden. Transfer to a plate.
Step 4
Add onion to the skillet and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes until softened.
Step 5
Add garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 6
Stir in rice and cook for 2 minutes, coating grains with oil.
Step 7
Pour in broth and return chicken to the skillet; bring to a boil.
Step 8
Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Step 9
Remove from heat, let rest 5 minutes covered, then fluff rice with a fork.
Step 10
Serve hot in bowls or plates.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet with lid
- measuring cups
- chef's knife
- cutting board
- wooden spoon
- fork
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