Fast Chicken and Rice
Get dinner on the table in just 35 minutes with this comforting and flavorful Fast Chicken and Rice recipe! Featuring tender, golden-seared chicken breasts nestled in a bed of fragrant, herb-infused rice, this one-pan wonder is as easy as it is satisfying. A dash of paprika and thyme elevates the flavors, while frozen peas add a pop of color and freshness. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe requires minimal prep and cleanup, yet delivers maximum flavor and nourishment. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch, and your family-friendly, wholesome meal is ready to serve!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup, rinsed white rice
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) parsley
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and add the diced onion. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the rinsed white rice, ensuring it is evenly coated with the oil and aromatics.
Pour in the chicken broth and sprinkle in the dried thyme. Stir to combine.
Place the chicken breasts back into the pan on top of the rice. Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid and reduce the heat to low.
Cook for 15-18 minutes or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C).
Remove the lid and sprinkle the frozen peas over the rice. Cover again and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the peas to warm through.
Turn off the heat and let the dish rest for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your fast chicken and rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1288 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.3 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 3749 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.3 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 130.8 g | 262% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2147 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
