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One pot rice and chicken

I love one pot meals. I hate washing dishes so whenever I can make everything in one pot, I am all in. If we can share the plate I am so in!

Talking about eating in one plate as a group. This was always a problem for me as a young child. In many rural homes in Zimbabwe, food is dished for groups of people. Four to six people will share a plate. I am a slow eater which was the complete opposite of my cousins, so the food was finished before I even knew what was happening. It is probably not the healthiest way to eat your food but I like it!

I have wanted to share this one pot rice dish with you for a while now. Its easy to make and fast too. Ideal for those busy school nights or a quick lunch. Plus you could skip the chicken and make it vegetarian.

And that parsley! It made the rice taste even better. I grow herbs and vegetables mostly because I enjoy it. I tend to forget how good fresh from the garden tastes like. Here is the recipe I used for the rice and chicken

One pot rice and chicken

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup diced onions
  • 2 cloves crushed garlic
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 1/2 cup celery chopped
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup peas frozen

Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch cubes. Season generously with salt and pepper. Add one tablespoon of the olive oil to a large pot or dutch oven over medium-high heat. When the oil is very hot, add the chicken in a single layer. Brown on one side, about 2-3 minutes, then flip and brown on the other side.
  2. Add onion and garlic and stir to combine. Cook for about two minutes or until softened. Add carrots, celery, rice and chicken broth.
  3. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside when done. Keep covered.
  4. Add the peas and stir them in. Chop parsley finely and sprinkle for garnish.
  5. Serve immediately.
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