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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    15 Delicious Chicken and Rice Dinners All Made in One Pot

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on December 28, 2024, updated December 18, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Chicken and rice is a classic combination that’s both comforting and satisfying. These one-pot meals make cooking easy and cleanup a breeze, perfect for busy weeknights. From creamy casseroles to comforting soups, there’s a variety of flavors to enjoy while keeping things simple.

    Chicken Fajita Casserole

    A chicken fajita casserole.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This one-pot chicken and rice dish features a flavorful chicken fajita casserole that's great for busy days. The leftovers are just as delicious the next day!

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    Thai Chicken and Rice

    Thai Chicken and Rice (One Pan)
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    This chicken and rice dish offers a tasty take on a classic favorite. It's full of flavor and can be prepared in just one pan, perfect for busy nights when you need a quick meal.

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    Cheesy Chicken & Rice Casserole

    Cheesy chicken and rice casserole dish.
    Photo Credit: Rose Bakes.

    This chicken and rice dish is easy to prepare with canned soups and prepackaged rice mixes. It's perfect for busy nights when you want a simple and satisfying meal.

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    Cheesy Chicken and Rice

    Cheesy Chicken and Rice
    Photo Credit: Easy Chicken Recipes.

    This dish brings together chicken, rice, broccoli, cauliflower, and Velveeta all in one pot. It's creamy and cheesy, making it a great choice for a quick family dinner.

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    Seafood Paella Valenciana

    Seafood Paella Valenciana
    Photo Credit: Chocolates and Chai.

    Paella Valenciana is a popular rice dish enjoyed by many. This easy one-pot meal brings together chicken and seafood, and you can have it ready in less than 40 minutes.

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    Chicken and Rice

    15-Minute Chicken and Rice
    Photo Credit: Tried and True Recipes.

    This chicken and rice dish is a great option for busy people who need a simple meal. It all comes together in one pot and is ready in just 15 minutes.

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    Chicken Rice Casserole

    Chicken Rice Casserole
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This Chicken Rice Casserole is a simple one-pan meal that comes together in just 15 minutes. Pop it in the oven, and you'll have a cheesy chicken and rice dinner ready in under an hour.

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    Easy Paella

    Paella.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This chicken and rice dish is easy to make and loved by many. With saffron, white wine, shrimp, chicken, peas, and bell peppers, it's perfect for dinner parties and tastes great the next day.

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    Minnesota Chicken Wild Rice Soup

    Minnesota Chicken Wild Rice Soup.
    Photo Credit: Bake with Jamie.

    Chicken wild rice soup is a comforting dish that's simple to prepare. Just toss everything into the crockpot and let it cook, and enjoy the classic flavors of onions, garlic, carrots, and celery, especially when served with some crusty bread.

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    Lemon Chicken & Rice Casserole

    A rice and chicken casseroele.
    Photo credit: Grandbaby Cakes.

    Lemon Chicken and Rice Casserole brings together bright citrus flavors, tender chicken thighs, and creamy rice in a straightforward, tasty one-pot dish. It's perfect for a quick and satisfying meal any night of the week.

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    Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice

    Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice
    Photo Credit: Love and Other Spices.

    In just half an hour, you can prepare a delicious chicken and rice meal that's great for a quick family dinner. Turn leftover rice into a tasty dish that everyone will love.

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    Old Fashioned Chicken & Rice Casserole

    Chicken baked on top of rice.
    Photo credit: Food Folks and Fun.

    An easy Chicken and Rice Casserole is a favorite for many. The chicken and rice blend together nicely in this dish for an easy and delicious meal.

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    One Pot Chicken And Rice

    One Pot Chicken And Rice Dinner from Dutch oven.
    Photo Credit: Scarlati Family Kitchen.

    This chicken and rice dinner is made in one pot with fresh ingredients. It starts on the stove and finishes in the oven, resulting in a delicious meal that everyone will love.

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    Spanish Chicken And Rice

    Spanish chicken thighs and rice with olives on a light plate.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons.

    Spanish Chicken and Rice is a flavorful one-pot meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or relaxing Sundays. It's a simple and delicious choice for feeding the whole family.

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    One Pan Jerk Chicken With Red Beans And Coconut Rice

    One Pan Jerk Chicken With Red Beans And Coconut Rice
    Photo Credit: Chicken Fried Kitchen.

    This dish is a real favorite at home. It combines spicy, sweet, smoky, and savory flavors in a single dish, making it a simple and tasty meal that’s easy to prepare.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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