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One Pot Chicken and Rice
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One Pot Chicken and Rice

This comforting one-pot chicken and rice dish is a cross between a soup and a risotto, offering a hearty, flavorful meal in a single pot. Tender chicken, seasoned carrots, and aromatic jasmine rice come together in a gluten-free dinner your family will love.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 508kcal

Ingredients

For the Chicken and Rice:

  • 4 –6 tablespoons butter or vegan butter divided
  • 1 heaping cup shredded or chopped carrots
  • Homemade seasoned salt and pepper see notes
  • 2 scant cups long-grain white rice Lundberg White Jasmine Rice recommended
  • 1 tablespoon dried minced onion
  • 1 teaspoon dried minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
  • 8 cups chicken stock
  • 2 chicken breasts ~1 lb, cut into bite-sized pieces

Instructions

  • Cook the carrots: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the shredded carrots, season with seasoned salt and pepper, and cover with a lid. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  • Toast the rice: Add the rice, dried onion, and dried garlic to the pot. Stir to coat the rice in butter and sauté for 1 minute. Stir in the dried parsley flakes.
  • Add stock and simmer: Pour in the chicken stock and turn the heat to high. Stir occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking as the mixture comes to a boil.
  • Cook the rice: Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the chicken: Season the chicken pieces with seasoned salt and pepper. Add them to the pot and increase the heat slightly to bring the mixture back to a simmer if needed. Reduce the heat to medium-low again and continue simmering for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and the rice is al dente.
  • Finish the dish: Stir in the remaining 2-4 tablespoons of butter, depending on your preference. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional seasoned salt and pepper if needed. Let the dish sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly before serving.
  • Serve: Scoop into bowls and enjoy warm.
  • Notes
  • For best results, use high-quality rice such as Lundberg California White Jasmine Rice. Avoid Minute Rice or other quick-cooking varieties to prevent a mushy texture.
  • Cut the chicken into small, bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
  • The dish will continue to thicken as it cools. It’s best enjoyed warm rather than piping hot.
  • Leftovers can be stored in glass containers for easy reheating.