Description
A versatile one-pot meal that can be customized with different meats or made vegetarian. Perfect for meal prep and family dinners.
Ingredients
- Chicken (boneless thighs or breast)
- Rice
- Carrots
- Bell peppers
- Broth (chicken or vegetable)
- Seasonings to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients
- Cook chicken
- Add rice and broth
- Cook until rice is done
- Add vegetables
- Serve hot
Notes
- Meat substitutions: Use boneless chicken breast (reduce cooking time by 5 minutes), turkey thighs, or 2 cups of chickpeas for vegetarian option.
- For perfect rice: Use 1:1.5 rice-to-liquid ratio for white rice and avoid lifting the lid while cooking.
- Instant Pot version: Use sauté function for initial steps, then pressure cook on high for 8 minutes with 10-minute natural release.
- Add extra vegetables: Include up to 2 cups of zucchini, mushrooms, or corn. Add firm vegetables with carrots and peppers, tender ones at the end.
- Meal prep: Keeps well for 3-4 days in refrigerator. Slightly undercook rice if planning to reheat throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
Keywords: one pot meal, chicken and rice, meal prep friendly, versatile dinner
