Description
This one-pot wonder features tender chicken thighs and fluffy rice, all infused with aromatic spices for a comforting meal that’s perfect any night.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (mixed colors)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop veggies—mince garlic, dice onion, and slice bell peppers.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (3-5 minutes), then add garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken: Brown the chicken thighs for about 4-6 minutes per side until golden.
- Add rice & broth: Stir in rice and pour in chicken broth, ensuring rice is submerged. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Toss in spices: Season with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Add peppers & simmer: Mix in bell peppers, cover tightly, and cook on low heat for about 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Serve hot from the pan and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider incorporating peas or other vegetables of your choice.
- Double the recipe for larger gatherings or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg