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
What you'll need
- 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
Let's cook
- 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.
- 2In the same pot, add the carrots, celery, and onion, and cook for 5-6 minutes until softened.
- 3Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, then add the wild rice, chicken broth, and thyme.
- 4Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes, until the rice is tender.
- 5Return the chicken to the pot and simmer for 5 more minutes until heated through.
- 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
Frequently asked questions
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.



