Chicken and Rice

Chicken and Rice

Tender chicken breasts and fluffy rice cooked together in a savory broth with vegetables for a comforting, all-in-one meal.

⏱ 35 minServes 4American

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 pounds chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Directions

  1. 1Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. 2In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until softened, about 2 minutes.
  3. 3Add rice and stir for 1 minute until lightly toasted.
  4. 4Pour in chicken broth, return chicken to pot, and add salt, pepper, and thyme. Bring to a boil.
  5. 5Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  6. 6Stir in frozen peas and carrots, cover, and cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are heated through.
  7. 7Fluff with a fork and serve immediately.

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