One pot chicken with rice – quick dinner

Chicken with rice always works – especially when everything is cooked in a single pan. This one-pot dish is my go-to recipe for stressful days: uncomplicated and perfect as a quick dinner when you don’t feel like doing a lot of washing up. This is exactly the kind of one-pot dish I love in everyday life – filling and family-friendly ❤️.

One pot chicken with rice - quick dinner

One-pot dishes

It’s hard to imagine modern everyday cooking without one-pot dishes. Everything cooks together, the flavors combine and the rice absorbs the spicy broth perfectly. In this one-pot chicken and rice dish, the meat remains juicy while the rice is fluffy and full of flavor. A real feel-good dish that is easy to adapt – depending on which vegetables are available.

One pot chicken with rice - quick dinner

Rice with chicken pan – the ingredients

Here is an overview of the ingredients. As always, you will find the exact quantities at the bottom of the recipe cards:

  • Pollo Fino – remove the skin before preparation; this makes the chicken juicier and the dish not too greasy
  • Onion & garlic – forms the aromatic basis of the dish.
  • Celery stalks – bring freshness and a slightly sweet aroma
  • Red peppers or carrots – can be adapted depending on the season and availability; it is important to cut the vegetables into even pieces so that everything cooks at the same time
  • Basmati rice – wash 2-3 times before use until the water is clear
  • Vegetable or chicken stock – gives the rice flavor and ensures succulent cooking
  • Frozen peas – for freshness and a light sweetness at the end
  • Olive oil – for frying
  • Spices – salt, pepper, paprika powder and chili powder
One pot chicken with rice - quick dinner

The step-by-step guide

  • Step 1:
    Remove the skin from the pollo fino. Then marinate the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika powder, chili powder and olive oil. Cut the onion, garlic, celery and peppers or carrots into even, small bite-sized pieces. Fry the chicken in a large pan over a medium heat until browned on both sides. Remove and set aside.
One pot chicken with rice - quick dinner
  • Step 2:
    Wash the basmati rice 2-3 times until the water runs clear and then soak briefly in fresh water. Meanwhile, sauté the onion, garlic and celery in the same pan (and in the same frying fat) over a medium heat (approx. 3-5 min). Add the chopped vegetables and fry briefly (approx. 2-3 min).
  • Step 3:
    Drain the soaking water from the rice completely and add the drained rice to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  • Step 4:
    Deglaze with hot stock, stir well and return the chicken to the pan. Bring to the boil once. Stir in the peas. Put the lid on, reduce the heat and cook for approx. 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid has been completely absorbed.
  • Step 5:
    As soon as the liquid has been completely absorbed by the rice, turn off the heat completely. Leave the pan closed for a few more minutes to allow the flavors to infuse and the rice to evaporate perfectly and loosen the dish just before serving.
One pot chicken with rice - quick dinner

Frequently Asked Questions About the Recipe

How long does chicken with rice keep?
The dish will keep for about 2-3 days in an airtight container in the fridge.
Can you prepare one-pot chicken with rice?
Yes, it is very suitable for meal prep and can be reheated without any problems.
Can I use other vegetables?
Absolutely! Zucchinis, broccoli or green beans also go very well.
Which side dish goes well with chicken with rice?
A fresh salad or some yogurt with lemon and salt are perfect accompaniments.

One pot chicken with rice - quick dinner

Why you’ll love this recipe

  • Quick & easy to make
  • Everything from one pan
  • Perfect for everyday use
  • Juicy chicken & aromatic rice
  • Family-friendly and versatile
One pot chicken with rice - quick dinner
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One Pot Hähnchen mit Reis – schnelles Abendessen

One-Pot Hähnchen mit Reis - schnelles Abendessen

Saftiges Hähnchen und aromatischer Reis – alles unkompliziert in einer Pfanne zubereitet. Dieses One-Pot Hähnchen mit Reis ist perfekt für den Alltag. Einfach, schnell und alles aus einer Pfanne – probier es aus!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Sonstiges 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 Portionen
Course: Familiengerichrt, Main course, One Pot Gerichte, Schnelles Abendessen warm
Cuisine: International

Ingredients
  

  • ca. 6 EL Olivenöl zum Anbraten & Marinieren
  • 5-8 Pollo Fino ohne Haut
  • 1 große Zwiebel klein gewürfelt
  • 4 Knoblauchzehen klein gewürfelt
  • 2 Selleriestangen klein gewürfelt
  • 2 rote Paprika oder Karotten klein gewürfelt
  • ca. 300 g Basmatireis 2–3 Mal waschen & kurz in Wasser einweichen
  • 600 ml heiße Gemüse- oder Hühnerbrühe
  • Handvoll TK-Erbsen
  • Salz & Pfeffer nach Geschmack

Equipment

  • 1 Pfanne oder Topf mit Deckel

Method
 

  1. Das Pollo Fino mit Salz, Pfeffer, Chilipulver, Paprikapulver und Olivenöl marinieren. In einer Pfanne oder einem breiten Topf bei hoher Hitze von beiden Seiten rundherum anbraten, bis es Farbe bekommt. Anschließend aus der Pfanne nehmen und beiseitestellen.
  2. In derselben Pfanne bei mittlerer Hitze Zwiebel, Knoblauch und Sellerie im selben Bratfett (Falls nötig etwas Öl hinzugeben) anschwitzen. Das klein geschnitten Gemüse hinzufügen und 2–3 Minuten mitbraten.
  3. Den gut gewaschenen und abgetropften Reis zum Gemüse geben und kurz mit anbraten. Mit heißer Brühe ablöschen, alles gut umrühren und das angebratene Hähnchen wieder in die Pfanne legen. Mit Salz & Pfeffer kräftig Abschmecken und nach Geschmack anpassen. Die Brühe sollte leicht salzig schmecken.
  4. Einmal aufkochen lassen, Erbsen unterheben. Den Deckel auflegen, die Hitze auf niedrigste Stufe reduzieren, und den Reis unter Dampf ca. 15–20 Minuten gar ziehen lassen, bis die Flüssigkeit aufgenommen ist.
  5. Pfanne vom Herd ziehen, kurz ruhen lassen und nach Bedarf abschmecken. Mit einem frischen Salat und Joghurt servieren.

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