Description
One-Pot Creamy Chicken & Bell Pepper Rice is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken, sweet bell peppers, and creamy rice all in one pot. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare and will impress with its vibrant colors and delicious aroma. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Add cubed chicken breasts; season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in diced bell peppers; cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add rinsed rice. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover tightly. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice absorbs the broth.
- Remove from heat and stir in cream cheese until melted and combined.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg