Description
One Pot Chicken and Rice Pilaf is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken and fluffy rice in a savory broth. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this easy recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a delicious meal in under an hour. With its vibrant colors and enticing aromas, it’s not just dinner; it’s an experience that your family will love and remember.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep by chopping the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and stir for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the rice until well-coated with juices.
- Pour in chicken broth, soy sauce, and lemon juice; bring to a gentle simmer while stirring.
- Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and cook for about 20 minutes until rice is fluffy.
- Fluff with a fork before serving hot and garnish with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg