Delicious and Easy Rice Cooker Chicken Recipe

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Delicious and Easy Rice Cooker Chicken Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 21, 2024

This rice cooker chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a delicious homemade meal without spending hours in the kitchen. The rice cooker does all the work, resulting in tender and flavorful chicken that pairs perfectly with fluffy rice.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Directions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
  2. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the rice cooker.
  3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic on top of the chicken.
  4. Pour the rice and chicken broth over the chicken and rice.
  5. Close the rice cooker lid and set it to the 'cook' setting.
  6. Cook for about 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the rice is tender.
  7. Once done, fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Interesting Facts

  • Using a rice cooker to cook chicken is a convenient and time-saving method.
  • The flavors from the chicken and aromatics infuse into the rice, resulting in a one-pot meal that is both tasty and satisfying.