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Easy 5-Ingredient Rice Cooker Chicken and Rice Dinner Recipe

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A simple, comforting, and quick chicken and rice dinner made entirely in a rice cooker with just five ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights and minimal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts (about 12 oz or 340g)
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (about 200g), rinsed
  • 1 1/4 cups (300ml) chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
  2. Pat dry the chicken thighs or breasts with paper towels. Season both sides with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the rinsed rice to the rice cooker pot. Pour in the chicken broth.
  4. Place the seasoned chicken on top of the rice without stirring.
  5. Close the lid and press the ‘cook’ button. Cook for about 30-40 minutes depending on your rice cooker.
  6. When the rice cooker switches to ‘warm’, check if the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C). If not, let it steam on ‘warm’ for 5-10 minutes.
  7. Remove the chicken and fluff the rice with a fork. Slice or shred the chicken and serve over or mixed into the rice. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes

For juicier chicken, use thighs instead of breasts. Rinsing rice prevents clumping and yields fluffier rice. Avoid stirring ingredients before cooking to allow even cooking and flavor infusion. If chicken looks pale, sear it quickly in a hot pan before adding to the rice cooker. Use room temperature broth to avoid slowing cooking. Leftovers reheat well with a splash of broth or water.

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