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Golden chicken thighs served over vibrant yellow rice in a rustic pot for a cozy chicken and yellow rice recipe dinner | kaynmaytkal.com

One-Pot Chicken and Yellow Rice (Easy Weeknight Dinner)


  • Author: Chef KAYA
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4–6 1x

Description

This vibrant one-pot chicken and yellow rice dish features juicy, seared chicken thighs and fluffy turmeric-scented rice infused with spices and aromatics. It’s a comforting, balanced meal perfect for weeknights or sharing with family.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (46 pieces)
  • 1½ cups long-grain white rice
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro or parsley (for garnish)
  • ½ cup frozen peas (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Sear skin-side down in hot oil for 5–7 minutes, then flip and cook 3–4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté onion and bell pepper for 5–7 minutes in the same pot. Add garlic, turmeric, paprika, and cumin. Cook 1 minute.
  3. Stir in rice and toast for 1–2 minutes. Add broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits.
  4. Return chicken to the pot, skin-side up. Cover and simmer on low for 20–25 minutes.
  5. Turn off heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Stir in peas if using. Fluff rice and garnish with chopped herbs.

Notes

Do not lift the lid while simmering to ensure fluffy rice.

Letting the pot rest after cooking is key to perfect texture.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: One-Pot Cooking
  • Cuisine: Spanish-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1½ cups
  • Calories: 460
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 520 mg
  • Fat: 21 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 37 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Cholesterol: 115 mg

Keywords: chicken yellow rice, one-pot dinner, turmeric rice, weeknight chicken recipe, easy rice dish