Best 5 Best Chicken And Rice One Pan Recipes

Chicken and rice is a classic one-pan dish that is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. You can use any type of chicken, from boneless, skinless breasts to thighs or drumsticks. And the rice can be white, brown, or wild. Once you've chosen your main ingredients, you can add vegetables, herbs, and spices to create a flavorful and satisfying meal.

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ONE-POT CRISPY CHICKEN AND RICE

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This meal is so comforting and family friendly. My kids eat every morsel on their plates. This is also a super economical way to feed a family or a large crowd. Great served with green beans, broccoli, or a salad.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Thigh Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
6 (4 ounce) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
⅔ cup finely chopped yellow onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups uncooked long-grain rice
3 cups chicken stock, divided, or more to taste
1 tablespoon finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 medium lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Heat oil in large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken thighs evenly with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
Place chicken skin-side down in the Dutch oven; cook undisturbed until golden crisp and easily released from the bottom, about 5 minutes. Flip chicken and cook for 3 minutes more. Transfer to a plate and set aside. Chicken will not be cooked through at this point.
Add butter to the drippings and melt. Add onion and cook, stirring often, until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook for 1 minute. Add rice; cook, stirring to coat grains in drippings and lightly toast, about 1 minute. Stir in 3 cups stock and remaining salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the Dutch oven. Place the chicken thighs over the rice.
Bake in the preheated oven until all liquid has been absorbed and chicken is cooked through, 45 to 55 minutes. Add remaining stock if liquid is absorbed before rice and chicken are cooked through. Sprinkle with parsley and squeeze lemon juice over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.6 g, Cholesterol 76.5 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 891.4 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

OVEN BAKED CHICKEN AND RICE

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Recipe VIDEO above. Made entirely in the oven (no stove!), the rice in this recipe is outrageously delicious! It's buttery and garlicky, tender but not mushy. The secret tip is to briefly bake onion with garlic and butter before adding the rice, liquids and chicken - it adds a great flavour base!

Provided by Nagi@RecipeTinEats

Categories Dinner

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

5 bone in chicken thigh fillets, peel skin OFF (, (Note 1))
1 onion (, chopped (brown, white or yellow))
2 cloves garlic (large) (, minced)
2 tbsp (30g) butter ((or olive oil))
1 1/2 cups (270g) uncooked white rice ((Note 3))
1 1/2 cups (375 ml) chicken broth/stock (, hot (I microwave))
1 1/4 cups (315 ml) water (, hot (tap is fine))
1 tsp paprika powder
1 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
3/4 tsp salt
Black pepper
Oil spray
Fresh thyme leaves or finely chopped parsley

Steps:

Preheat oven to 180°C/350°F.
Scatter onion and garlic in a baking dish (about 10 x 15" / 25 x 35 cm), then place butter in the centre. Bake for 15 minutes (check at 12 minutes, mix if some bits are browning too much).
Meanwhile, mix together Chicken Rub. Sprinkle on both sides of the chicken.
Remove baking dish from the oven. Add rice then mix.
Place chicken on rice. Then pour chicken broth and water around the chicken.
Cover with foil, then bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil, spray chicken with oil (optional, gives chicken nicer finish), then bake for a further 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
Stand for 5 minutes, then remove chicken and fluff up rice. Garnish with parsley or thyme if desired, serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 318 g, Calories 574 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 153 mg, Sodium 766 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g

THE BEST CHICKEN AND RICE

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Could classic chicken and rice be one of the most beloved comfort dinners to ever hit the plate? We think so. And to blow your mind even more, this version is made in just one skillet. Here we use bone-in, skin on chicken thighs which cook up in exactly the same time as the rice to guarantee juicy chicken. A quick broil at the end creates the perfect crispy skin and gives a little crunch to the rice and vegetables.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 tablespoons canola oil
4 to 6 bone-in, skin on chicken thighs (about 6 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 medium carrots (about 12 ounces), sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
3 stalks celery (about 9 ounces), sliced 1/4-inch thick
2 large shallots (about 4 ounces), finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves, chopped
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup long-grain rice
4 cups low-sodium chicken stock
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Steps:

Preheat the broiler. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Toss the chicken with the paprika, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Place the chicken skin-side down in the skillet and cook undisturbed until the skin is golden but not too dark, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the chicken to a plate using a metal spatula and add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet.
Add the carrots, celery and shallots to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened but not yet turning golden, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, thyme, oregano, lemon zest, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook just until you begin to smell the garlic, about 1 minute. Stir in the rice and cook undisturbed until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes. Pour in the broth, add 1/2 teaspoon salt and stir to combine, then add the chicken thighs back to the pan, skin-side up. Bring the liquid to a boil then cover, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes.
Remove the lid from the pan and broil until the chicken skin is crispy and golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle with the chives.

ONE-PAN CHICKEN RICE CURRY

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I've been loving the subtle spice from curry lately, so I incorporated it into this saucy chicken and rice dish. It's a one-pan meal that's become a go-to dinnertime favorite. -Mary Lou Timpson, Colorado City, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup uncooked instant rice
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, optional

Steps:

In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat; saute onion until tender and lightly browned, 3-5 minutes. Remove from pan., In a bowl, mix flour and seasonings; toss with chicken. In same skillet, heat remaining butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook just until no longer pink, 4-6 minutes, turning occasionally., Stir in broth and onion; bring to a boil. Stir in rice. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, 5 minutes (mixture will be saucy). If desired, sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 658mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY ONE-PAN CHICKEN FRIED RICE

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When you need a meal to feed the entire family and are short on time and groceries, try this easy, one-pan fried rice dish made with with leftover chicken and rice. A handful of veggies add color and texture while a few pantry staple spices and condiments add flavor to this simple stir-fry dish the whole family will love.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
⅓ cup diced carrots
¼ cup sliced green onions, white and lighter green parts
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground ginger
3 cups cooked rice, cooled
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup shredded cooked chicken
½ cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons butter
2 large eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sriracha mayonnaise (Kikkoman)
1 tablespoon sliced green onions, or to taste

Steps:

Heat canola and sesame oils in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrot and 1/4 cup green onion; cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Stir in garlic powder and ginger and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in rice, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring only once or twice, until rice is lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in chicken and peas; cook for 2 minutes.
Push rice mixture to the sides of the pan, creating a circle in the middle. Add butter to the center of the pan. When melted, pour eggs into the center. Cook eggs, stirring often, until almost set, about 3 minutes. Stir eggs into the rice mixture. Stir in soy sauce and rice vinegar; cook for 2 more minutes.
Serve immediately topped with Sriracha mayo and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.5 g, Cholesterol 138.1 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 1124.1 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Tips:

Use a flavorful rice: Jasmine rice, basmati rice, or brown rice are all good options.
Rinse the rice: This helps to remove the starch and prevents the rice from sticking together.
Use a good quality chicken broth: This will add a lot of flavor to the dish.
Don't overcrowd the pan: If you add too much chicken or rice, it will not cook evenly.
Cook the chicken until it is no longer pink: Use a meat thermometer to check that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Fluff the rice with a fork before serving: This will help to separate the grains and make the rice light and fluffy.

Conclusion:

One-pan chicken and rice is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.