One Pot Chicken and Rice
This streamlined one-pot chicken and rice dish blends tender chicken breast with a medley of vegetables and fragrant seasonings, delivering a hearty, satisfying meal with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 10-ounce bag frozen peas and carrots
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, diced into ½-inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt divided
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup basmati rice rinsed
- 1 ½ cups water
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Warm the olive oil in a large pot set over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes soft and translucent, approximately 5 minutes. Introduce the minced garlic and continue cooking for another 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Incorporate the diced chicken breast into the pot, seasoning it with Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon of salt, and the black pepper. Cook until the chicken is mostly cooked through, about 7 minutes.
- Stir in the rinsed rice and allow it to cook with the chicken for around 2 minutes, ensuring it is well mixed. Add the frozen peas and carrots, pour in the soy sauce, and season with the remaining ½ teaspoon of salt.
- Pour the water over the mixture, stir thoroughly, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover tightly, and let it simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is fully tender. Remove the pot from the heat and let it rest, covered, for an additional 5 to 10 minutes to finish steaming.
- Fluff the rice gently with a fork, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove.
Freezing Instructions: Freeze the cooled dish in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Freezing Instructions: Freeze the cooled dish in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.