Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Easy Chicken Pepper Rice Skillet Recipe, a one-pan wonder that brings bold home-cooked taste to your table. This dish features succulent boneless chicken thighs paired with vibrant bell peppers and fluffy long-grain rice, all simmered together in a rich chicken broth. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, allowing you to enjoy a satisfying meal without the fuss of multiple pots and pans. Customize with your favorite vegetables or spices for an extra touch. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or crusty bread to complete the experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup bell peppers
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken thighs and cook until browned on both sides (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until softened (3-4 minutes). Add diced bell peppers and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet, then stir in rice and pour in chicken broth.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in frozen peas and chopped parsley; cover for an additional 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg