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One-Pot Chicken and Rice Recipe

Dmitri Magi
Dinner made easy! This One Pot Chicken Rice is a flavor-packed, hassle-free meal. Tender chicken, fragrant rice, and your favorite veggies all cook together in one pot for ultimate convenience. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe delivers deliciousness with minimal cleanup. Let's get cooking!
Calories: Approx. 450|Protein: 38g|Carbs: 45g|Fat: 10g
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Large frying pan with a lid or deep skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring jug

Ingredients
  

  • 300 g chicken breast
  • Nandos peri marinade
  • 100 g dried basmati rice
  • 150 ml chicken stock
  • 2 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp garlic granules
  • 1 diced pepper
  • 1 diced onion
  • 50 g frozen peas
  • 1 tbsp tomato purée
  • 30 g grated cheese

Instructions
 

  • Marinate and Cook the Chicken:
    Coat the chicken breasts in Nandos peri marinade.
    Heat a large frying pan over medium heat and add a splash of oil or cooking spray.
    Cook the chicken for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • Cook the Vegetables:
    In the same pan, add the diced onion and pepper. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
  • Add the Rice and Seasonings:
    Stir in the basmati rice, garlic granules, paprika, and tomato purée, making sure everything is coated evenly.
  • Simmer the Rice:
    Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil.
    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let it simmer for 12 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
  • Combine and Finish:
    Add the cooked chicken back into the pan, placing it on top of the rice.
    Sprinkle grated cheese over the chicken and rice. Cover the pan again for 2 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
  • Serve and Enjoy:
    Plate up the chicken and rice, and enjoy a delicious, fuss-free meal.

Notes

  • Don’t rush the simmering: Ensure the rice is fully cooked before turning off the heat. If the rice seems undercooked, add a splash more stock or water and simmer for a few extra minutes.
  • Avoid overcrowding the pan: This allows the chicken to sear properly for a delicious crust.
  • Stir occasionally: Prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan while it cooks.