Affordable Chicken and Rice Skillet

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

A one-pan meal with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a savory herb sauce. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 45 minutes layers chicken breast, long grain rice, medium onion into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs chicken breast
• 1.5 cups long grain rice
• 1 medium onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 cups broth
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and 3 minced garlic cloves; sauté for 5 minutes until softened and golden.
2. Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs chicken breast, season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 8-10 minutes until browned and nearly cooked through, then add 1.5 cups rice and stir to coat.
3. Step 3: Pour in 2 cups broth, stir to combine, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is fully cooked. Stir in 1 tsp thyme before serving.