One-Pot Herb-Infused Chicken and Rice
Tender chicken thighs and fluffy rice cooked together with aromatic herbs and a hint of lemon.
Cuisine: One Pot
Category: One Pot
Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.
Serves 4.
Ingredients
- 1.25 lbs chicken thighs
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1.25 lbs chicken thighs, skin-side down, and cook for 5 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for 3 more minutes.
- Step 2: Stir in 1.5 cups chicken broth, 1 cup basmati rice, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Step 3: Cover tightly and reduce heat to low. Cook for 18 minutes until rice is fluffy and liquid is absorbed, then remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Step 4: Fluff rice with a fork, ensuring chicken is evenly distributed, and serve immediately.