Description
Experience the warmth of home with this one pot chicken meal that promises rich flavors and delightful aromas. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines tender chicken thighs with vibrant bell peppers, sweet onions, and aromatic garlic, all simmered together to create a comforting meal. With minimal cleanup required, you can focus on what truly matters—enjoying delicious food with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cups bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup rice or quinoa, rinsed
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Sear the chicken thighs until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
- Add the onions and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in the bell peppers and rice/quinoa for about 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth along with oregano and thyme; bring to a simmer and cover tightly for 20–25 minutes.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to replace vegetables based on your pantry or seasonality. For added depth of flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine during cooking.