Easy One Pot Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice: Your 30-Minute Meal Hero
This One Pot Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice is a quick, flavorful, and comforting dinner that comes together in just 30 minutes. Tender chicken breasts, fluffy lemon-infused rice, and savory Italian herbs make this one of the easiest and tastiest weeknight meals ever.
Equipment
- Large Skillet with Lid
- Cutting board
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 1 large lemon, juiced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning, divided
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Place seared chicken thighs on top of rice. Bring liquid to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, cover tightly, and cook for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
- Melt butter in a large skillet with a lid over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Add uncooked rice to the same pan and toast for 1 minute, stirring to coat in buttery drippings.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice. Stir in remaining 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning.
- Place seared chicken breasts on top of rice. Bring liquid to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, cover tightly, and cook for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork.
- Serve chicken and rice garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro and lemon wedges.
Notes
Brown rice or chicken thighs can be substituted with adjusted cooking times. Try adding vegetables like onions, spinach, or chickpeas for an extra boost of flavor and nutrition.