Lemon-Herb Chicken & Rice One-Pot Wonder

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A vibrant one-pot meal where tender chicken thighs soak up citrusy herbs while rice cooks to perfection in a single skillet. Ready in 35 minutes with minimal cleanup. This American-inspired one-pot recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, long-grain white rice, low-sodium chicken broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken, skin-side down, and sear for 5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  3. Step 3: Flip chicken and add diced onion and minced garlic; cook for 2 minutes until fragrant and onions soften slightly.
  4. Step 4: Stir in rice, dried thyme, lemon juice, and chicken broth, then bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Step 5: Scatter lemon zest over the top, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and transfer to a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven. Bake for 20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  6. Step 6: Remove lid, let rest for 5 minutes, then serve with pan juices spooned over the top.

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