Chicken with Rice, Leeks and Mushrooms

Chicken with Rice, Leeks and Mushrooms

made easy in one pan

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 20m
Total Time: 25m
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (9 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

301
calories
5.2g
fat
38,2g
carbohydrates
22.4g
protein
38mg
cholesterol
810mg
sodium
Chicken with Rice, Leeks and Mushrooms

Recipe Description

Keeping things simple but delicious with this stovetop Chicken with Rice, Leeks and Mushrooms. It’s a family favorite dinner meal made easy in one pan. Pan-seared leeks and cremini mushrooms all cooked together with chicken breast and flavorful long-grain rice for an all-in-one dinner.   

Everything starts with the leeks and mushrooms, which are French-inspired and seasoned simple with dried thyme. Once the leeks and mushrooms have sautéed for 3-4 minutes, add the chicken, rice, and chicken broth. Season with salt and black pepper. Cover and cook until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is cooked. This easy recipe yields 4 servings and will take about 30 minutes of your time. 

To make the Chicken with Rice, Leeks and Mushrooms, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Chicken with Rice, Leeks and Mushrooms

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Cook leeks and mushrooms

    3 min
    Step 1 - Chicken with Rice, Leeks and Mushrooms

    In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and add 2 sliced leeks and 8 ounces sliced mushrooms and sauté for 3-4 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add remaining ingredients

    2 min
    Step 2 - Chicken with Rice, Leeks and Mushrooms

    Add1 teaspoon dried thyme or 2 teaspoons fresh, 1 pound chicken breast cut into bite sized pieces, 1 ½ cups long grain rice, 3 cups chicken broth, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper to taste.

  3. 3

    Cook

    20 min
    Step 3 - Chicken with Rice, Leeks and MushroomsStep 3 - Chicken with Rice, Leeks and Mushrooms

    Cover with a lid and cook for about 15-20 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and rice is cooked.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Step 4 - Chicken with Rice, Leeks and Mushrooms

    Serve warm and enjoy!

Chicken with Rice, Leeks and Mushrooms make for an easy, one-pan dinner the whole family will love. The recipe uses a few staple ingredients and you will need only one skillet to make it. Give this recipe a try, and come back to leave a review below.

About the author

Jelena Mardere

Jelena is an interior designer and young mom! As a busy working mom, her time is precious so she’s always looking for a quick and efficient way to get things done. Jelena is very creative, but has a strong practical side. She loves trying new things and travels a lot, especially around Europe. The kitchen is Jelena’s safe space, where she can let her creative side out and dedicate herself to her favorite hobby - cooking!

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