Make this Quick & Easy ONE-POT Chicken & Rice for a flavorful family dinner! Juicy chicken thighs with seasoned jasmine rice cooked together in one pot for the ultimate comfort food.
Why You’ll Love This ONE-POT Chicken & Rice
Some recipes just hit every note—flavorful, hearty, and simple to make. This one-pot chicken & rice recipe brings together juicy bone-in chicken, fragrant jasmine rice, peppers, onions, and bold seasonings. Everything simmers together in one pot, which means fewer dishes and maximum flavor.
This dish is perfect for:
- Busy weeknights ✅
- Comfort food cravings ✅
- Feeding a hungry family ✅
🍗 Quick & Easy ONE-POT Chicken & Rice
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s everything you’ll need to make this Quick & Easy ONE-POT Chicken & Rice:
- 2.5–3 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drums (cleaned & patted dry)
- Avocado oil (for drizzling)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/2 green bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 3 cups jasmine rice
- 3 cups water
- 1 tbsp Better Than Bouillon
- 2 tsp tomato bouillon powder
- Fresh parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)
Seasonings
- Creole seasoning
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
- Sergio’s Golden Steer seasoning (or all-purpose seasoning)
- 1 packet Sazon (achiote & culantro)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Season the Chicken
Place chicken in a large bowl.
Add Creole seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Sergio’s seasoning, and Sazon packet.
Drizzle generously with avocado oil and massage seasonings into the chicken until fully coated.
2. Sear the Chicken
Heat a large-bottomed pot over medium heat.
Add a light drizzle of avocado oil.
Place chicken skin side down and sear for 3–4 minutes until golden brown.
Repeat until all chicken pieces are seared, then set aside.
3. Build the Flavor Base
Reduce heat to medium-low.
Add butter and let it melt.
Stir in diced peppers and onion.
Add a splash of water to loosen the browned bits (fond) from the bottom of the pot—this adds rich flavor!
Stir in minced garlic until fragrant.
4. Toast the Rice
Add jasmine rice to the pot and toast for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in water and stir to make sure no rice is stuck to the bottom.
5. Flavor the Broth
Stir in Better Than Bouillon and tomato bouillon powder.
Taste the broth—it should be slightly over-salted to balance as the rice cooks. Adjust with more Creole or all-purpose seasoning if needed.
6. Cook Everything Together
Nestle the chicken (and juices from the plate) back into the pot.
Cover and reduce heat to low.
Cook for 20–25 minutes, until the rice is fluffy and liquid has absorbed.
7. Rest & Garnish
Remove from heat and let rest (covered) for 10–15 minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Tips for Success
- Rice Texture: Letting it rest after cooking ensures fluffy, perfectly cooked rice.
- Flavor Boost: Use chicken stock instead of water for an even richer taste.
- Veggie Swap: Add carrots, peas, or corn for a complete meal in one pot.
Recipe Card
Quick & Easy ONE-POT Chicken & Rice
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 2.5–3 lbs chicken thighs or drums (bone-in, skin-on)
- 3 cups jasmine rice
- 3 cups water
- 1 tbsp Better Than Bouillon
- 2 tsp tomato bouillon powder
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 red pepper, diced
- 1/2 green pepper, diced
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
- 1 tbsp garlic
- Seasonings: Creole, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Sergio’s seasoning, 1 packet Sazon
- Avocado oil (for drizzling)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Season chicken with spices & oil.
- Sear until golden brown, set aside.
- Sauté peppers & onions in butter, deglaze, add garlic.
- Stir in rice, toast, then add water, bouillon, and seasonings.
- Add chicken back, cover, cook for 20–25 minutes.
- Rest 10–15 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.
