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Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice One Pot Dinner

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Cook tender chicken and flavorful rice together in one pot for a simple, satisfying weeknight meal with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream (optional, for creaminess)
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  5. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  6. Stir in the rinsed rice, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to coat the rice.
  7. Pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  8. Return the browned chicken to the pot. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet tightly, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  9. Remove the pot from the heat. If using, stir in the heavy cream. Keep the pot covered and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  10. Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Rinsing the rice removes excess starch, which helps prevent the final dish from becoming too gummy.
  • For a brighter flavor, add the zest of half a lemon when you add the parsley garnish.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, stir in 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese with the heavy cream.

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