Easy Chicken & Rice Veggie Skillet for a Flavor-Packed Dinner
Discover the delightful Easy Chicken & Rice Veggie Skillet for a Flavor-Packed Dinner, perfect for busy weeknights when you crave a nutritious and satisfying meal. This vibrant one-pan dish combines tender chicken with colorful vegetables and fluffy rice, all simmered together in savory chicken broth for maximum flavor. Whether cooking for your family or hosting friends, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also customizable, allowing you to swap in your favorite veggies or grains. Enjoy the ease of cleanup with minimal dishes required, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (or brown rice)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 cup zucchini
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: wash and chop vegetables, and dice chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant. Then stir in bell peppers and zucchini; cook until slightly softened (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in rice and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender (about 20 minutes).
- Fluff the rice with a fork, adjust seasoning as needed, and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg