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Chicken and Rice is a one pot recipe that is easily made in a skillet on the stovetop. The ingredients are simple and is easy to make.

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Chicken and Rice makes the perfect weeknight meal. The chicken is cooked with simple seasoning with rice in a delicious broth. This stovetop recipe makes the perfect comfort food and is loaded with a ton of flavor.

If you love this recipe, make sure to also check out No Peek Chicken and Rice, Instant Pot Chicken and Rice, Chicken and Rice Casserole and Cheesy Chicken and Rice Skillet Recipe.

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Why We Love This Recipe

This family friendly chicken and rice recipe is always on the menu. It easy to prep and quickly cooks in the stovetop. You can easily add in your favorite seasoning and frozen peas and carrots mixture for a tasty meal idea.

This meal is budget friendly and taste even better the next day.

Ingredients

An assortment of ingredients on a tiled surface including raw chicken breasts on a plate, rice, chopped onions, olive oil, butter, grated cheese, minced garlic, chicken broth, and various seasonings in small bowls.
  • Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts – You can also use boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • Olive Oil – Use oil of your choice
  • Butter – We used unsalted butter
  • Medium Onion – See Best Onion Substitute
  • Cloves Garlic, minced – Learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves
  • Uncooked Long-Grain White Rice – Use different types of rice
  • Low-Sodium Chicken Broth – See Chicken broth substitutes if you are out

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How to Make Chicken and Rice

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Step 1 – Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

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Step 2 – In a large, deep pan or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 6-8 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

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Step 3 – In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

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Step 4 – Add the uncooked rice, chicken broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.

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Step 5 – Reduce the heat to low, place the browned chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture, and cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.

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Step 6 – Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the chicken breasts to a plate. Stir the grated Parmesan cheese into the rice until well combined. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Expert Tips

  • Type of Rice – Long-grain white rice works well in this recipe, as it remains fluffy and separate after cooking. You can use other types of rice, such as basmati or jasmine also.
  • Skillet – Before cooking the chicken in the skillet, make sure to add oil to prevent the chicken from skillet. This will also help to create a delicious golden brown texture.
  • Cooking Chicken and Rice – While the chicken and rice is simmering in the skillet make sure to cover so the liquid is absorbed into the rice.
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Serving Suggestions

This one pot chicken and rice casserole is delicious served with your favorite veggies. We love to serve with Air Fryer Broccoli, Oven Roasted Carrots Recipe and Oven Roasted Asparagus.

I also love to serve with Homemade Garlic Bread for a complete meal idea.

Frequently Asked Questions

What to Add to Chicken and Rice for Flavor?

Cook the chicken and rice in chicken broth and seasoning to give this dish so much flavor.

Can I Use Other Type of Rice?

Yes, you can use brown rice or other types of white rice such as jasmine rice or basmati rice to make this one-pot meal. You may need to adjust the cooking time and how much broth that you add if you use different types of rice.

How to Store Leftover Chicken and Rice

Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The leftovers will last about 4-5 days. Reheat in the microwave until heated through.

Can I Freeze Chicken and Rice?

You can freeze chicken and rice in a freezer bags for up to 3 months. You may want to freeze in smaller portions for individual servings. Thaw in the fridge overnight when ready to serve.

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Chicken and Rice

5 from 1 vote
Chicken and Rice is a one pot recipe that is easily made in a skillet on the stovetop. The ingredients are simple and is easy to make.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4
Cuisine American
Course Main Course
Calories 536
Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • In a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 6-8 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the uncooked rice, chicken broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low, place the browned chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture, and cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the chicken breasts to a plate. Stir the grated Parmesan cheese into the rice until well combined.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Recipe Notes

Long-grain white rice works well in this recipe, as it remains fluffy and separate after cooking. You can use other types of rice, such as basmati or jasmine also.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 536kcal, Carbohydrates 62g, Protein 34g, Fat 16g, Saturated Fat 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat 2g, Monounsaturated Fat 8g, Trans Fat 0.1g, Cholesterol 85mg, Sodium 603mg, Potassium 701mg, Fiber 2g, Sugar 1g, Vitamin A 187IU, Vitamin C 4mg, Calcium 112mg, Iron 2mg

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  1. Casey says:

    5 stars
    I love how easy this recipe to make in one pot!