Go Back
A bowl of Chicken and Rice, featuring tender chicken pieces in a creamy sauce served over fluffy white rice.

Chicken and Rice

A simple and flavorful chicken and rice dish.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Rice
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs Cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1.5 cups White rice Rinsed
  • 3 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides. Remove chicken from the pot and set aside.
  3. Add chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  5. Add rinsed rice, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and paprika to the pot. Stir to combine.
  6. Return the browned chicken to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
  8. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

You can add vegetables like peas or carrots in the last 5 minutes of cooking.