One-Pot Lemon-Herb Chicken and Rice
A comforting, weeknight dinner with tender chicken and fluffy rice in a single pan. This mediterranean-inspired father’s day ready in about 40 minutes pairs skin-on boneless chicken thighs, jasmine rice, chicken broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, skin-on boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season 1 lb boneless chicken thighs with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then sear for 4 minutes per side until golden.
- Step 2: Remove chicken and add 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 1 cup jasmine rice and 2 cups chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.
- Step 3: Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the rice. Add 2 tbsp lemon juice and 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme. Cover with a lid and bake at 375°F for 25 minutes until rice is tender and chicken reaches 165°F.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Lemon-Herb Chicken and 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 Lemon-Herb Chicken and 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 jasmine rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Lemon-Herb Chicken and 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 Lemon-Herb Chicken and 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 Lemon-Herb Chicken and Rice?
Mediterranean father’s day 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.
