One Pot Chicken and Rice

Try this mouthwatering one pot chicken and rice recipe today! Tender chicken thighs oozing with flavour served on top of fluffy rice cooked in vegetable broth. The easiest weeknight dinner you can make, this is comfort food done right!

📝 Ingredients

• 4 bone-in chicken thighs
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon basil
• 3 tablespoons oil
• 1 onion (diced)
• 5 garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 1/2 cups rice (washed and drained)
• 1 tablespoon dry basil
• 1 tablespoon dry oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 4 cups vegetable broth (or water)
• 1 lemon (juiced)
• Parsley

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Start by seasoning the chicken on each side
2. 2Add the 3 tbsp oil to a pan and heat on high heat, then sear each side for 3-4 mins until a golden crust forms
3. 3Once golden, remove from pan and set aside
4. 4In the same pan, cook the onions for a few minutes until soft, then add the garlic. Cook for 5-7 minutes
5. 5Add the rice, along with all the seasoning and the vegetable broth
6. 6Mix well then add the chicken back on top of the rice, cover, and cook on med-low heat for 35-40 minutes
7. 7Check to ensure chicken is cooked through and white on the inside
8. 8Fluff the rice with a fork, squeeze lemon juice on top and garnish with parsley
9. 9Serve with a side salad