Description
One-Pot Mushroom Chicken and Rice is a delightful, comforting dish that combines tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and fluffy rice into a savory masterpiece. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal. With its rich flavors and vibrant presentation, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fresh button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium sweet onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic until golden.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; add to the pot. Sear each side for about 4-5 minutes until browned.
- Add sliced mushrooms; cook until softened. Stir in rice and pour in chicken broth. Mix well and bring to a simmer.
- Cover the pot tightly, reduce heat to low, and cook for 20 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Remove from heat and let sit briefly before fluffing with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg