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One Pot Mushroom Chicken and Rice

This one pot mushroom chicken and rice has it all: flavor, convenience, and nourishment. It's a great go-to recipe for busy weeknights and perfect for meal prep!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Keyword: mushroom chicken and rice
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
  • cup homemade chicken seasoning
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
  • cup white wine we used sauvignon blanc
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 16 oz. white mushrooms chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt separated
  • 1/2 medium white onion minced
  • 5 large cloves garlic minced or 4 medium
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 and 1/4 cups chicken broth
  • 1.5 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
  • ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • First, preheat the oven to 375ºF. Then, prep chicken thighs by patting them dry with a piece of paper towel. Generously sprinkle them with chicken seasoning and set aside.
    Seasoned chicken breasts in a white plate.
  • Heat 1.5 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet with a cover over medium/high heat. When the olive oil is fragrant, sear chicken thighs on both sides for 3-4 minutes to get them golden brown. Remove from heat.
    Roasted chicken in a skillet on a white background.
  • Deglaze the pan with the white wine and scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • Add the butter to the wine. When the butter has melted, add the mushrooms to the skillet and toss until coated. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and saute for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the onions and garlic and saute for another 2-3 minutes.
    Mushrooms in a pan with a green spatula.
  • Add in white rice, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, spices, and remaining salt. Mix to combine. Turn the heat to high. Once the liquid begins to bubble, immediately remove it from the heat.
  • Place the seared chicken thighs on top of the rice and place the top on the skillet.
    Chicken breasts in a pan with mushrooms and tomatoes.
  • Bake at 375ºF for 35 minutes. Remove from the oven. At this point, the liquid should be completely absorbed. If it’s not, continue baking for 5-10 minutes until it absorbs. Check the internal temperature of the chicken thighs. It should read at least 165ºF.
  • Option to broil the dish on high for around 1-2 minutes to really get the chicken golden brown.
    A pan with chicken and mushrooms in it.
  • Top with fresh thyme and parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
    Chicken risotto with mushrooms and thyme on a plate.

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Notes

  • Feel free to use chicken breast or boneless, skinless chicken thighs in place of thighs.
  • We’ve tested this recipe with long-grain white rice, such as basmati and jasmine.
  • Any type of mushroom can be used.
  • In step #2, be sure to give the chicken enough time to sear. Because there is chicken skin, it may take longer than with a boneless chicken thigh.

Nutrition

Calories: 593kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 36g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g