One-Pot Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Rice
Tender chicken thighs cooked in a garlic butter sauce, served over fluffy herb-infused rice, all made in one pot for easy cleanup. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs unsalted butter, minced garlic cloves, long grain white rice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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
- 6 pieces (about 1.5 lbs) boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 5 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then sear them in the hot oil for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown; remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Reduce heat to medium and add 4 tbsp unsalted butter and 5 minced garlic cloves to the same pan, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and butter is melted.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice, coating the rice grains in the garlic butter for 1 minute.
- Step 4: Pour in 3 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp dried thyme, and half of the 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Step 5: Nestle the seared chicken thighs back on top of the rice, cover, and simmer gently for 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes, then sprinkle the remaining fresh parsley over the dish before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Rice take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pot Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Rice?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep unsalted butter from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Rice?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pot Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Rice for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pot Garlic Butter Chicken with Herb Rice?
American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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