One-Pot Chicken and Vegetable Rice Bowl

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup brown rice, uncooked
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large pot or deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

2. Add  chicken and cook until browned on all sides.

3. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.

4. In the same pot, add diced onion, sliced carrots, diced bell pepper, and diced zucchini. Sauté until the vegetables are slightly softened.

5. Add minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

6. Stir in uncooked brown rice, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

7. Return the cooked chicken to the pot.

8. Pour in chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

9. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 40-45 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

10. Check for seasoning and adjust if needed.

11. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Serve the One-Pot Chicken and Vegetable Rice Bowl hot, and enjoy this flavorful and satisfying dish!