Easy One-Pan Chicken & Rice (Stress-Free Weeknight Meal)

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Deciding what’s for dinner shouldn’t feel like a daily crisis. If you’re tired, overwhelmed, and just need someone to tell you exactly what to make, you’re in the right place. Today I’m making a one-pan creamy chicken and rice skillet—an easy, comforting weeknight dinner made with simple ingredients and minimal cleanup. This is real food for real life, perfect for busy families, exhausted parents, or anyone who just wants dinner handled without thinking too hard. This recipe comes together in one skillet, uses pantry staples, and makes a full meal without extra sides. If deciding what’s for dinner stresses you out, this one’s for you. 💛 Welcome to the Wide World of Wendi—where we take the guesswork out of dinner. Links to some of my favorite kitchen items: Thank you for supporting the channel! (As an Amazon Affilliate, I may earn a small commission off any purchase) https://linktr.ee/wideworldofwendi RECIPE: One-Pan Creamy Chicken & Rice Skillet Ingredients1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts (cut into chunks) 1 tbsp olive oil 1 small onon, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked) 2 cups chicken broth ½ cup milk or half-and-half 1 tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper 1 tsp paprika ½ tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning 1 cup frozen peas or mixed vegetables Optional: grated Parmesan for serving Cooking Instructions Brown the chicken Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until lightly browned (about 4–5 minutes). Remove to a plate. Build the flavor In the same skillet, add onion and cook until soft (2–3 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds. Add rice & liquid Stir in uncooked rice, chicken broth, milk, and thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer. Return chicken & cover Nestle chicken back into the skillet. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through. Finish & serve Stir in frozen veggies during the last 3–5 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan if using. Serve straight from the skillet. #weeknightdinner #easyfamilymeals #whatsfordinner #onepanmeals