Description
One-Pot Mushroom Chicken and Rice is the ultimate comfort dish that combines tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and fluffy rice, all simmered together in a savory broth. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, delivering restaurant-quality flavors with minimal cleanup. The delightful aroma will fill your kitchen, making it feel like a culinary haven. Enjoy this wholesome meal that’s not only delicious but also incredibly versatile, allowing for variations to suit any dietary preference.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz fresh cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or fresh if available)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping chicken into bite-sized pieces, slicing mushrooms, mincing garlic, and dicing onion.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté onions until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add chicken pieces along with salt and pepper. Cook until browned on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in mushrooms and cook until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and thyme; stir until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in rice and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg