Skillet Garlic Chicken and Rice Casserole is a straightforward go-to hen dinner that's flavorful, & solely makes use of one pan! My household loves this hen dinner recipe and I like how straightforward it's to arrange!
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SKILLET CHICKEN AND RICE RECIPE
Chicken and Rice is simply a type of straightforward, comforting meals that I like to make all 12 months lengthy. It is the proper comforting casserole within the fall, warms your soul within the winter, and is simple sufficient that it's excellent in the summertime too. While I believe everybody has their model of hen and rice, I like my model as a result of it has tons of recent garlic taste and is all cooked in just one pan!
HOW TO MAKE THE BEST CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE
You could make this Skillet Garlic Chicken and Rice Casserole on the range prime or within the oven, however I favor the range prime technique as a result of I prefer to peek and stir every now and then. This cooks up completely in my cast iron enameled pan and should you don’t have one among these in your kitchen, you want one. I cook dinner nearly all the pieces in my forged iron pans and have actually gotten away from utilizing non-stick. Bonus – You can put the forged iron skillet rice on the desk for serving! No extra serving platter required.
CAN YOU COOK RAW CHICKEN WITH RICE?
As lengthy as you warmth the hen to a secure temperature (it must be 165 levels), it’s completely wonderful to cook dinner them collectively. In this hen and rice recipe, we’re convey all the pieces to a boil, which can kill any potential dangerous micro organism.
WHAT TO DO WITH LEFTOVERS
Keep leftover hen and rice in an hermetic container within the fridge. It will final 3-Four days if correctly saved. Freezing isn't significantly advisable, however it may be accomplished. You can reheat within the microwave; simply add a bit of water to assist rehydrate the rice.
CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE
Skillet Garlic Chicken and Rice Casserole is a simple go-to chicken dinner that is flavorful, & only uses one pan! My family loves this chicken dinner recipe and I love how easy it is to prepare!
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time40 mins
Total Time45 mins
Calories: 523kcal
INGREDIENTS
- 1 pound chicken tenderloins or thin chicken breasts
- 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 onion diced fine
- 4-5 garlic cloves minced
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons salt plus more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper plus more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Make sure to use a lidded pan. Add the onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the onions and cook until translucent, about 5-6 minutes. While onions cooks, season the chicken with the 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, paprika, onion powder, and pepper.
- Once onion is tender, add the garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Add the rice and cook for 2 minutes, or until lightly browned and toasted. Stir to remove any rice or onions from sticking to the pan. Nestle the chicken into the rice and add 3 cups of the chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and cover the pot. Let cook undisturbed for 20 minutes. Remove lid, stir well and add remaining cup of chicken broth and remaining salt and garlic powder and red pepper flakes if using. Cover and cook another 10-15 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. If rice is not done, continue to add small amounts of chicken broth until tender.
- Add additional salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.
NUTRITION
Serving: 10| Calories: 523kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 1648mg | Potassium: 821mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g |
Vitamin A: 231IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 2mg
Vitamin A: 231IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 2mg
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