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One Pot Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

One Pot Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice for Easy Family Dinner

This One Pot Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice is perfect for busy weeknights, combining juicy chicken and fluffy rice into a delicious, family-friendly meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or canola oil
  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
For the Rice Mixture
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup long grain white rice or basmati
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried dill
For the Broth
  • 1 lemon juice from 1 lemon
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 oz
  • 2 cups chicken broth reduced sodium if preferred
For Garnish
  • lemon slices
  • parsley
  • basil

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Generously season the boneless skinless chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, ensuring an even coating on both sides. Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes while you prepare the skillet.
  2. In a large skillet, heat vegetable or canola oil over medium heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Carefully place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet and sauté for approximately 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown but not fully cooked. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic, long grain white rice, turmeric, Italian seasoning, and dried dill. Stir and sauté for about 1 minute, allowing the rice to begin to caramelize and absorb the garlic flavor.
  4. Pour the juice from 1 lemon into the skillet to deglaze the pan, scraping up any flavorful bits stuck to the bottom. Stir in chicken broth and cream of chicken soup until fully combined. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Carefully place the seared chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture in the skillet. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and both the rice and chicken have absorbed the creamy broth.
  6. Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat and fluff the rice with a fork. Garnish with lemon slices and chopped parsley or basil. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 7 days. For freezing, place the dish in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.

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