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One-Pan Chicken and Rice with Peas

Golden chicken thighs simmered with rice in chicken broth, finished with sweet peas for a comforting one-pan dinner.

Standard Savory One pan

Made August 24, 2026

Prep

10m

Cook

25m

Serves

1

Difficulty

easy

Total: 40 minutes (incl. 5m rest)

Cook chicken to an internal temperature of 74°C/165°F.

Wash hands and surfaces after handling raw chicken.

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Ingredients

  • 2 chicken thighs

  • 1/2 cup rice

  • 1/2 onion

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • 1/2 cup peas

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

  • 2 tbsp water

Tools you'll need

large skillet with lid cutting board knife plate

Chef's tip: If the rice is still crunchy after the liquid is absorbed, add 2–3 tablespoons of hot water, cover, and let steam 3–5 minutes off the heat.

Chef's tip: For extra browning, pat the chicken thighs dry before seasoning.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper. Dice the onion into 1 cm pieces.

    ~5 min
  2. 2

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Remove to a plate.

    ~8 min
  3. 3

    Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the rice and stir to coat with the pan juices.

    ~3 min
  4. 4

    Pour in the chicken broth and water. Bring to a simmer, then nestle the chicken thighs on top. Cover and cook on low until the rice is tender and the chicken reaches 74°C/165°F, about 15 minutes.

    ~15 min
  5. 5

    Stir in the peas, cover, and let stand off the heat for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

    ~5 min