One-Pot Creamy Chicken Rice (Print)

Creamy chicken, rice, and veggies simmered in one pot for a cozy, flavorful dinner and easy cleanup.

# Ingredients:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 500 grams), cut into bite-sized pieces

→ Produce

02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 medium carrots, diced
05 - 1 cup (150 grams) frozen peas

→ Grains

06 - 1 cup (200 grams) long-grain white rice (uncooked), rinsed

→ Dairy

07 - 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Liquids

09 - 2 ½ cups (600 ml) low-sodium chicken broth

→ Seasonings and Herbs

10 - 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
11 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
12 - ½ teaspoon dried thyme
13 - ¼ teaspoon paprika
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Melt the butter in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, season lightly with salt and pepper, and sauté for 4-5 minutes until just cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
02 - In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and diced carrots. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Stir in the rinsed rice, dried thyme, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute, stirring, to lightly toast the rice.
04 - Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for 15 minutes.
05 - Stir in the cooked chicken, frozen peas, and heavy cream. Cover the skillet again and cook for another 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and the mixture is creamy.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Remove the skillet from the heat. Let the dish rest, covered, for 5 minutes before serving.
07 - Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in under an hour from start to finish
  • Uses simple ingredients you likely already have
  • Only dirties one pot for easy cleanup
  • Perfect balance of protein, vegetables, and carbs
02 -
  • Perfect for meal prep and reheats beautifully
  • Contains complete protein and vegetables in one dish
  • Easily customizable with different vegetables or herbs
03 -
  • Always let the dish rest covered for those final 5 minutes off heat. This seemingly simple step makes all the difference in achieving the perfect creamy consistency. The starches continue to develop and the flavors harmonize during this brief resting period. Trust me on this one—I've served it both ways and the difference is remarkable.

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