One-Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken and Rice

Ingredients

• 4 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup jasmine rice, rinsed
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat
2. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper; brown in the pot for about 5 minutes per side
3. Remove chicken and set aside; add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot
4. Sauté until onion is translucent, about 3 minutes
5. Stir in the rice, lemon zest, thyme, and chicken broth; bring to a boil
6. Return chicken to the pot, cover, and reduce heat to low
7. Simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked and chicken is tender
8. Add lemon juice, fluff rice with a fork, and adjust seasoning if needed
9. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving