Skillet Chicken & Rice: A Healthy One-Pot Chicken Recipe
- Marketa Salley
- Jan 15
- 1 min read
Updated: Feb 22
Boneless, tender chicken thighs on a bed of fluffy vegetable rice infused with a flavorful broth. #skilletchickenandrice #chickenandrice #onepotchickenrecipe #chickenrecipes

Why You'll Love This One-Pot Chicken & Rice Recipe
Quick and Convenient: A complete meal made in one skillet, perfect for busy weeknights.
Flavorful and Comforting: Juicy chicken paired with seasoned rice for a hearty, satisfying dish.
Minimal Cleanup: Enjoy a delicious dinner without a pile of dishes to wash.
Fitness-Friendly: You can upgrade your chicken and rice game with this!
Ingredients You'll Need
Boneless chicken thighs
Olive oil
Paprika
Onion powder
Garlic powder
Italian seasoning
Salt + pepper
Fresh onion
Carrots
Celery
Chicken broth (low sodium)
Jasmine rice
Lemon juice
Parsley
Cooking Utensils Needed
Cutting board
Knives
One nonstick cooking pan with lid (make sure the pan has high sides so the food doesn't spill over)
Measuring tools (measuring cups, spoons)
Cooking spatula/spoon
Substitutions
Here are some easy substitutions to keep this recipe flexible and delicious but keep in mind that they may slightly change the flavor or texture compared to the original recipe:
Jasmine rice → Cauliflower, Brown rice
Chicken → Tofu, Fish
Chicken broth → Beef broth, Vegetable broth
Need more healthy swap recommendations? Check out my "Healthy Swaps Chart"
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