Skillet Garlic Chicken and Rice Casserole
A flavorful one-pan dish combining tender chicken, aromatic garlic, and perfectly cooked rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 pound chicken tenderloins or thin chicken breasts
- 1.5 cups long grain white rice
- 4 cups chicken broth or stock divided
- 1 medium onion diced fine about 1 cup
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder divided
- 2 teaspoons salt divided
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt; cook until translucent, about 5-6 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in rice and cook for 2 minutes until lightly toasted.
- Season chicken with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, paprika, onion powder, and pepper. Nestle chicken into rice. Pour in 3 cups of chicken broth, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Remove lid, stir rice, add remaining broth, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Cover and cook for another 10-15 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Let rest 5 minutes, then serve. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
Ensure the lid remains on during cooking to trap steam and cook the rice evenly.