One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice

One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice

More than just Chicken and Rice

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 10m
Cook Time: 1h 10m
Total Time: 1h 20m
Temp.: 350 ºF
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (17 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

254
Calories
4.6g
Fat
42mg
Cholesterol
428mg
Sodium
33.1g
Carbohydrate
19.2g
Protein
One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice

Recipe Description

If you’re like me and enjoy the simplest of dinner recipes, then this One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice will meet all your expectations.

Often people think that quick and easy means fat and unhealthy but that’s not the case here. You’ll get your protein, carbohydrates and vegetables, all in one meal, made in just one pot! This is a recipe especially for kitchen newbies!

To make One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Preheat oven

    10 min

    Preheat oven to 350 ºF.

  2. 2

    Season chicken

    2 min
    Step 2 - One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice

    Season chicken with salt, pepper and sweet paprika on both sides.

  3. 3

    Cook chicken

    10 min
    Step 3 - One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin RiceStep 3 - One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice

    In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add chicken pieces and cook until no longer pink on the inside. Transfer to a plate to keep warm.

  4. 4

    Cook onions

    2 min
    Step 4 - One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice

    Add remaining olive oil and onions to the skillet and cook for about 2 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add garlic and seasoning

    10 min
    Step 5 - One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice

    Add garlic, ginger, thyme and pumpkin and cook for another 10 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add rice

    2 min
    Step 6 - One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice

    Add rice and mix everything together.

  7. 7

    Add stock

    2 min
    Step 7 - One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice

    Stir in chicken or vegetable stock.

  8. 8

    Cook in oven

    30 min
    Step 8 - One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice

    Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and cook for about 30 minutes.

  9. 9

    Add chicken

    10 min
    Step 9 - One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin RiceStep 9 - One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice

    Remove from the oven and add chicken pieces then cook for a further 10 minutes until the rice is completely cooked. Add additional water or stock as needed.

  10. 10

    Serve

    Step 10 - One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice

    Serve and enjoy immediately.

If fancy dinners are not your thing, then this One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice is the recipe for you. All your favorite things in one! Try it and share with us how yours tastes! Tag #cookmerecipes in your own posts and recipes online!

About the author

Jeff O'connor

Jeff is a 38-year-old bachelor who prefers not to waste his time on salads and light meals. He’s a true carnivore who knows how to enjoy food to the max! Jeff will tell you how to cook rich and filling meals from scratch, bringing some real meaty decadence to your kitchen. His recipes are sure to satisfy every meat lover!

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (17 reviews)
Alice
January 14, 2025
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Quick and easy!

Natalie
December 25, 2024
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I made this One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice for a family dinner last week. Everyone loved it! It's so easy and healthy, perfect for busy nights!

Queen95
September 12, 2024
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This One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice is superb! My kids loved it, and it was so easy to make after work.

Alberto Rossi
August 20, 2024
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I tried the One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice last week, and it was fantastic! As someone who loves quick meals, this recipe was a lifesaver. I felt like a chef in my simple kitchen while enjoying a healthy meal.

Patricia Gómez
October 16, 2023
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Super fácil y delicioso! Cociné esto para mi esposo y le encantó, ¡gracias!

Jessica Miller
October 9, 2023
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Absolutely love it!

Renee
August 23, 2023
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So easy! Loved it!

Tania
June 4, 2023
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Superb! I made this on a busy weeknight when we had friends over, and everyone loved it! So easy and delicious, I felt like a gourmet chef.

Victor Long
March 15, 2023
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This recipe was superb! Made it for my wife last Sunday, and we both loved the flavours. So easy too.

HappyMama
March 2, 2022
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Superb, easy, delicious!

Quinn Anderson
November 22, 2021
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Superb dinner idea! My kids loved it and even helped prepare it. I felt proud serving a healthy meal made easily in one pot. Will definitely make it again!

Beth
May 20, 2021
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So easy, love it!

Katy
February 4, 2021
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Super easy dinner!

Quinn
August 20, 2020
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This One Pot Chicken and Pumpkin Rice is a total game changer! Tried it last week after a long day at work. So easy, all in one pot and delish! The fam loved it. Perfect for busy peeps like me. Gobbled it all up.

Alicia
May 27, 2020
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So easy, loved it!

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