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One Pot Chicken & Mushroom Rice

A creamy, comforting one-pan meal with tender chicken, buttery mushrooms, and perfectly cooked rice. Simple, flavorful, and ready in 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts cut into chunks
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 oz mushrooms sliced
  • 1.5 cups long-grain rice rinsed
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream or milk optional
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 0.5 cup shredded parmesan cheese optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet or deep pan
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat oil and butter in a large skillet. Sear chicken until golden; remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic in the same pan until fragrant.
  3. Add mushrooms and cook until golden and tender.
  4. Stir in rice and thyme; toast for 1–2 minutes.
  5. Add chicken broth, return chicken to pan, bring to a simmer.
  6. Cover and cook on low heat 18–20 minutes until rice is tender.
  7. Stir in cream, season to taste, and garnish with parsley and parmesan.

Notes

Perfect weeknight dinner; everything cooks in one pot for easy cleanup. Optional cream makes it rich and cozy.