How to Make Simple One-pot Chicken & Rice
A simple one-pot chicken recipe that's hassle-free to prepare with minimal cleanup. By cooking everything in a single pot, the chicken absorbs rich spices and seasonings, creating a delicious and comforting dish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe can be easily customized with vegetables, rice, or a creamy sauce to suit your taste.
Equipment
- 1 spatula
Ingredients
For the chicken marinade
- 6 large chicken thighs
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp chilli powder
- 1 tbsp garlic minced
- 1 tsp ginger minced
- 2 tbsp sour cream or yogurt
For the dish
- 3 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 2 cups basmati rice soaked for 30 min
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp butter
- cilantro to garnish
Instructions
- Combine the chicken thighs, turmeric, salt, chilli powder, minced garlic, minced ginger, sour cream/yogurt and marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Heat oil in a large pot and sear until brown. (You can air fry instead) Remove and set aside. In the same pot, add the onions, cook until translucent then add the minced garlic and ginger. Cook for a few minutes then add the garam masala, onion and finally the coconut milk.
- Next, add the rinsed rice, butter, water and the chicken and bring to a gentle boil. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
- Cover the rice and then turn the heat to the lowest setting and simmer for 30 minutes or until all the water is absorbed.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve and enjoy!
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Notes
Please note that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe
Nutrition
Calories: 665kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 24gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 118mgSodium: 811mgPotassium: 438mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 223IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 51mgIron: 3mg
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