Savory Chicken and Rice One Pot Dish for Busy Nights

This Chicken and Rice One Pot Dish combines flavorful ingredients for a healthy, delicious meal perfect for busy nights.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 5

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Comfort Food

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

5 pieces Chicken (Bone-in thighs) Juicier option; boneless can be added halfway through cooking.

For Cooking

1/4 cup Oil Used for frying onions.
1 whole Onion, sliced Adds sweetness when caramelized.

For the Veggies

2 cups Carrot, shredded Can substitute with other hearty vegetables.
1 cup Mushroom, sliced Any firm mushroom variety works.

For the Base

1 cup Rice Short-grain recommended.
1.2 cups Water Essential for cooking rice.

Spices

1 pinch Salt Enhances flavor.
1 teaspoon Black Pepper Powder Adjust to taste.
1/2 tablespoon Cumin Powder Add at the end for aromatic enhancement.

Equipment

Frying Pan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Marinate chicken with salt and pepper for 30 minutes.
Heat oil in a pan and sauté sliced onion until golden brown.
Pan-fry marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until golden.
Sauté carrots and mushrooms until softened, then add rice and water.
Bring to a boil, add chicken back in, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
Stir in cumin powder and let rest before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be easily adapted with various vegetables or proteins as you prefer.

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