One-pot Paprika Chicken and Rice

Name: One-pot Paprika Chicken and Rice
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1.2 kg (2 lb 10 oz) bone-in chicken thigh cutlets, skin on (5–6 chicken thigh cutlets) (see note 1); 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp dried herbs (oregano, thyme or Italian herb mix); 1 tbsp sweet paprika; 1 tsp onion powder; ½ tsp smoked paprika; ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper; ½ tsp sea salt flakes; 1 onion, finely diced; 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 2 tbsp tomato paste (concentrated puree); 1½ cups (300 g) white rice (jasmine or basmati); 3 cups (750 ml) chicken stock (see note 2 about gluten-free); Fresh coriander (cilantro) or flat-leaf (Italian) parsley, roughly chopped, to serve (optional); 3 Lebanese (short/Persian) cucumbers, finely sliced; Juice of ½ lemon; 3 tbsp sour cream

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:50min

This One-pot Paprika Chicken and Rice is a weeknight dream! Juicy chicken thighs are marinated in simple spices, seared to perfection, then simmered with tomato paste and stock until the rice is fluffy and full of flavour. A no-fuss, one-pan meal that's both quick and easy. Serve it with a fresh cucumber salad or your favourite veggies.

Updated at: Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:50:43 GMT