Can chicken and rice cook together safely?

Yes, they cook perfectly in the same pot as long as the chicken reaches 165°F.

How do I keep my rice from turning mushy?

Use the right broth-to-rice ratio and avoid over-stirring while simmering.

Can I use brown rice or jasmine rice?

Yes, just adjust the cook time. Brown rice takes longer, while jasmine rice cooks a little faster.

Can I double the recipe?

Absolutely. Just use a larger pot and slightly extend cooking time by 5 minutes.

One Pot Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice | Easy Weeknight Dinner

Name: One Pot Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice | Easy Weeknight Dinner
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 2 tablespoons butter; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; 1 cup uncooked white rice; 2 ¼ cups low-sodium chicken broth; Juice of 1 lemon; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; Optional: fire-roasted tomatoes, peas, carrots, or red pepper flakes

Description

A quick and flavorful one-pan dinner where juicy chicken and buttery rice simmer together in lemony, herby broth. Perfect for weeknights — bright, tender, and satisfying.

Ingredients

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4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

2 tablespoons butter

Salt and pepper to taste

2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

1 cup uncooked white rice

2 ¼ cups low-sodium chicken broth

Juice of 1 lemon

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Optional: fire-roasted tomatoes, peas, carrots, or red pepper flakes

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Instructions

1. Melt butter in a large pan with lid over medium heat.

2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning.

3. Brown chicken for 1–2 minutes on each side; remove and set aside.

4. Add rice, broth, lemon juice, and remaining seasoning to pan; stir to coat.

5. Nestle chicken on top of rice and cover pan.

6. Simmer over medium-low heat for 20–25 minutes until rice absorbs liquid and chicken is cooked through (165°F).

7. Fluff rice gently, garnish with lemon wedges or herbs, and serve warm.

Notes

For bone-in chicken, brown 3–4 minutes per side and check internal temperature.

If using brown rice, cook 30–35 minutes and check for doneness at 30 minutes.

Add frozen peas, chopped carrots, or fire-roasted tomatoes for variation.

Store leftovers in airtight containers up to 3 days or freeze for 3 months.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Slow Cooker Recipes
Method: Stovetop One Pot
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 313
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 625mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 73mg