Description
A hearty and flavorful one-pot meal with spices, chicken, vegetables, and rice, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups jasmine or basmati rice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound boneless chicken thighs, cubed
1 small onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon turmeric
1 cup mixed frozen vegetables
3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add diced onions and garlic; sauté until golden (about 5 minutes).
Add chicken and cook until browned (6–8 minutes).
Stir in rice, paprika, and turmeric; cook for 2 minutes to enhance flavor.
Pour in broth and mix in vegetables. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer and cover.
Cook covered for 20–25 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
Fluff rice gently, garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley, and serve.
Notes
Swap chicken for tofu or turkey for variation.
Use brown rice for added fiber—add 10 minutes to cook time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Southern
Nutrition
- Calories: 410
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 78mg
Keywords: rice recipes, one pot chicken and rice, weeknight dinners, quick rice meals