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Close-up of a bowl filled with Healthy One Pot Chicken and Brown Rice mixed with shredded carrots and herbs.

Healthy One Pot Chicken and Brown Rice

I created this Healthy One Pot Chicken and Brown Rice meal out of necessity one busy evening. It became an instant family favorite because it is nutritious and simple to make in a single pot. This recipe proves that healthy cooking does not need to be complicated for your busy family life.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Use 4 if needed
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste, start amount
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper to taste, start amount
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 2 carrots peeled and shredded
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1.5 cups jasmine rice rinsed
  • 0.5 cup shredded or grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.33 cup chopped fresh parsley

Equipment

  • 3-quart stockpot

Method
 

  1. In a 3-quart stockpot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink and cooked through.
  2. Add onion and sauté for 3 minutes. Stir in the carrots, celery, and garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  3. Increase the heat to high and add the broth and rice. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Stir again, cover, and let simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the broth is absorbed. Stir occasionally to keep the rice from sticking to the pot.
  4. Stir in the parmesan cheese and parsley. Taste the dish and add more salt, pepper, or any other desired seasonings.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

You can use cooked chicken if you prefer. Skip step #1 and add the cooked chicken after sautéing the vegetables.
For a stronger garlic flavor, add 3 whole cloves of garlic during the vegetable sauté step, and remove them before serving.
You can add extra vegetables while sautéing the onions, such as bell pepper or mushrooms.

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