One-Pot Chicken and Wild Rice on a plate

Quick Dinner & One-Pan · Easy

One-Pot Chicken and Wild Rice

This one-pot chicken and wild rice is hearty, comforting, and cooks entirely in a single pot. Tender chicken and nutty wild rice simmer together in a savory broth for an easy dinner.

10Prep min
40Cook min
50Total min
  • 1.5 lbsboneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced
  • to tastesalt and black pepper
  • 1 tablespoonolive oil
  • 1 cupcarrots, diced
  • 1/2 cupcelery, diced
  • 1/2 cupyellow onion, diced
  • 2 clovesgarlic, minced
  • 1.5 cupswild rice blend, uncooked
  • 3.5 cupschicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoondried thyme
  • optionalfresh parsley, for garnish
  1. 1Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
  2. 2In the same pot, add the carrots, celery, and onion, and cook for 5-6 minutes until softened.
  3. 3Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, then add the wild rice, chicken broth, and thyme.
  4. 4Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes, until the rice is tender.
  5. 5Return the chicken to the pot and simmer for 5 more minutes until heated through.
  6. 6Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Make it yours

  • Add mushrooms for an earthier flavor.
  • Use chicken breast instead of thighs.
  • Stir in a splash of cream at the end for a richer dish.

Good with

  • Crusty bread
  • A simple green salad
  • Steamed green beans

Good questions, answered.

Can I use a rice cooker instead?

Yes, cook the chicken and vegetables separately, then combine with rice and broth in a rice cooker set for wild rice.

Can I make this in a slow cooker?

Yes, combine everything except check rice package timing, and cook on low for about 4-5 hours.