One-Pot Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice Recipe
One-Pot Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice is a quick, comforting dinner made in one skillet. Juicy chicken, fluffy rice, garlic butter, and Parmesan create a flavorful meal. Ready in just 35 minutes with easy pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
- Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes until lightly browned.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the uncooked rice, chicken broth, dried thyme, and dried parsley. Stir everything together.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the broth.
- Remove the lid and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve your One-Pot Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice warm.
Notes
- Brown rice requires additional cooking time and more broth.
- Fresh herbs can replace dried herbs for a brighter flavor.
- Add mushrooms or diced onions for extra depth.
- Serve with roasted vegetables, a fresh green salad, or garlic bread.