One Pot Chicken and Rice with Veggies

Sometimes simple recipes are the best and this One Pot Chicken and Rice with Veggies is no exception. Made with healthy ingredients like protein-packed chicken, nutrient dense broccoli, and mushrooms, this easy chicken dinner is not just healthy but also loaded with delicious flavors.

I love an easy one pot meal and this dish is filling, nutritious, and satisfying! The simple flavors of rosemary and oregano are all that are needed for this hearty chicken and rice recipe.

This chicken and rice with veggies is a complete meal that you can feel good about serving to your family.

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We love this easy one pot chicken and rice recipe and hope that you do too!

Ingredients in One Pot Chicken and Rice

• Brown rice: Brown rice is higher in fiber and other nutrients, and isn’t artificially enriched like long grain white rice, such as basmati rice and jasmine rice.
• Chicken broth: Use low sodium chicken broth or chicken stock to give this rice recipe great flavor! If you can’t find low sodium chicken stock you can use regular chicken broth or even vegetable broth. Be sure to adjust your nutrition calculations to account for the added sodium.
• Frozen Chicken thighs: To make this a truly one pot dinner, be sure to use frozen boneless, skinless chicken thighs. The reason for using frozen chicken thighs is because the cook time is the same for brown rice. Bonus- you don’t need to remember to thaw your chicken!
• Rosemary: Rosemary has a unique and distinct taste that is so good in this one pot chicken and rice recipe.
• Oregano: Oregano, together with rosemary, blends to create a deep, complex flavor profile.
• Salt: For this one pot chicken and rice recipe we use just a little salt to add to the flavor. Adjust the amount to your taste preference.
• Pepper: Ground black pepper adds a little heat to this chicken and rice recipe.
• Broccoli: Broccoli is high in a variety of vitamins and minerals, including folate, potassium, manganese, and vitamins C and K1. I use fresh broccoli florets in this one pot chicken and rice recipe.
• Mushrooms: You can’t go wrong with mushrooms. They’re fat-free, low-sodium, low-calorie, and cholesterol-free. They’re also packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

How to Make One Pot Chicken and Rice in the Instant Pot

1. Spray the inner pot of your Instant Pot with nonstick cooking spray, avocado or olive oil spray are what I prefer, and then add the brown rice and chicken broth to the pot.
2. Next, place the frozen chicken thighs on top of the brown rice, and then add the rosemary, oregano, and salt and black pepper.
3. Close and lock the lid, and then turn the pressure valve to sealing. Select pressure cook (high) and set the cook time for 20 minutes.
4. When the cook time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure and carefully remove the lid.
5. Transfer the cooked chicken thighs to a large bowl and then close the lid of your Instant Pot to keep the heat in the pot. Use two forks to shred the chicken, then return the shredded chicken to the pot.
6. Add the broccoli and mushrooms on top of the chicken and rice. Close the lid to allow the remaining heat in the pot to cook the broccoli for 10 minutes, then remove the lid and use a large spoon to stir the ingredients together.
7. Serve warm or see our recipe tips section for meal prep tips.

Recipe Tips

This one pot chicken and rice is not only delicious but also incredibly versatile. It’s a great base for meal prepping or freezing for later.

• Meal Prep: If making this one pot chicken and rice recipe for meal prep, place 1 1/2 cups of the cooked chicken and rice into an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheating: Microwave each thawed serving for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes.
• This recipe is super versatile. If you don’t love mushrooms, go ahead and leave them out. If you’d like to add other veggies, like frozen peas or bell peppers, you can do that too. Experiment with garlic powder, onion powder, or your favorite seasonings to elevate the flavor.

Healthy Eating Plans

21 Day Fix One Pot Chicken and Rice

Containers per serving: 3/4 red container, 3/4 green container, 1 yellow container.

Weight Watchers One Pot Chicken and Rice

4 2023 Plan Points | 5 Blue Plan Points | 5 Green Plan Points | 0 Purple Plan Points

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One Pot Chicken and Rice with Veggies

Created by: Becca Ludlum

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Additional Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Approximate Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups

Servings 8 people

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This One Pot Chicken and Rice with Veggies is an easy and healthy Instant Pot dinner that is filling, nutritious, and satisfying!

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Equipment

• Instant Pot 6 qt
• Kitchen Knife
• Cutting Board

Ingredients 

• ▢ 2 cups brown rice uncooked
• ▢ 1 ½ cups chicken broth low sodium
• ▢ 1 ½ lb chicken thighs frozen, boneless & skinless
• ▢ 2 tsp dried rosemary
• ▢ 2 tsp dried oregano
• ▢ ⅛ tsp salt
• ▢ ⅛ tsp black pepper
• ▢ 4 cups broccoli chopped (about 2 heads)
• ▢ 2 cups baby bella mushrooms diced

Instructions

• Spray the inner pot with nonstick cooking spray. Add the rice and chicken broth to the pot. 2 cups brown rice 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
• Place the frozen chicken thighs on top of the rice, then add the rosemary, oregano, salt, and black pepper. 1 1/2 lb chicken thighs 2 tsp dried rosemary 2 tsp dried oregano 1/8 tsp salt 1/8 tsp black pepper
• Close and lock the lid, then turn the pressure valve to sealing. Select pressure cook (high) and set the cook time for 20 minutes. When the cook time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure and remove the lid.
• Transfer the chicken to a bowl and then close the lid to keep the heat in the pot. Use two forks to shred the chicken, then return the shredded chicken back to the pot.
• Add the broccoli and mushrooms on top of the chicken and rice. Close the lid to allow the remaining heat in the pot to cook the broccoli for 10 minutes, then remove the lid and use a large spoon to stir the ingredients. 4 cups broccoli 2 cups baby bella mushrooms
• Serve warm or see our meal prep tips for storing.

Notes

21 Day Fix One Pot Chicken and Rice

Containers per serving: 3/4 red container, 3/4 green container, 1 yellow container.

Weight Watchers One Pot Chicken and Rice

4 2023 Plan Points | 5 Blue Plan Points | 5 Green Plan Points | 0 Purple Plan Points

Meal Prep: If making this one pot chicken and rice recipe for meal prep, place 1 1/2 cups of the cooked chicken and rice into an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheating: Microwave each thawed serving for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 301kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 143mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 304IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 2mg

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