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Cooked one pot chicken and rice in a pan being fluffed with a wooden spoon after cooking.
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One Pot Chicken and Rice Recipe

This one-pot chicken and rice recipe is cooked in a single pot and is made with chicken breast, frozen veggies, and rice altogether with just 10 minutes of prep time.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Entree
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Yumna Jawad

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 ½ pound boneless skinless chicken breast cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt divided
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup basmati rice rinsed
  • 1 (10-ounce bag) frozen peas and carrots
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • Fresh parsley for serving

Instructions

  • In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Cook the onions until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 more seconds.
  • Add the cubed chicken and season with Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Cook until the chicken is mostly cooked through, about 7 minutes.
  • Add the rice and cook with the chicken for about 2 minutes. Add the peas, carrots, soy sauce, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt.
  • Add the water and mix all the ingredients together. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover with a tight-fitting lid. Simmer until the rice is fully cooked, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and allow the steam to continue cooking the rice for 5–10 more minutes.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork, sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.

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Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave until warmed through.
Freezing: Place the chicken and rice in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat on the stove or in the microwave until warmed through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5cups | Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 730mg | Potassium: 606mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 4537IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2mg

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