Description
Sweet and Smoky Ranch Chicken Rice Skillet is an easy and delicious one-pan meal that brings the family together for a comforting weeknight dinner. This dish features tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a mouthwatering blend of smoky ranch seasoning, all cooked in just 40 minutes. With the ability to customize with seasonal vegetables, it’s perfect for any gathering or cozy family meal. Enjoy minimal cleanup while savoring every bite, making it a win-win for busy nights when time is of the essence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup diced onion
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onion and bell peppers for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add chicken pieces; season with salt, pepper, ranch seasoning, and smoked paprika. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Stir in rice, corn, and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for another 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the skillet (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg