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A bowl of chicken and rice recipes, featuring seasoned chicken pieces and fluffy white rice.

Chicken and Rice

A simple and satisfying chicken and rice dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Rice
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1.5 cups White rice Rinsed
  • 3 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides. Remove chicken from the pot and set aside.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the rinsed rice, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and paprika. Bring to a boil.
  6. Return the browned chicken to the pot. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
  7. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

You can add vegetables like peas or carrots during the last 10 minutes of cooking for added flavor and nutrition.

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