One Pot Chicken & Rice

I was trying to figure out what to cook tonight.  So Pinterest it is...but I wanted something a little different then I found with all the same ingredients.  Easy clean up and quick.  With the baby today, that's exactly what I needed.

I had chicken thighs in the freezer (defrosted them in cool water), spinach, rice, roasted bell pepper, beans, and seasonings.  So yes, I threw it all together...and no...I didn't take a ton of photos today, sorry!

But, it did turn out pretty darn fabulous!  As always, let me know what you think and give suggestions or ask questions!   Buon Appétit!

Before going in the oven...all ingredients in the cast iron.  Now I just have to wash the blender!

Print Recipe:

2 C. Chicken Broth

1 Roasted Bell Pepper (I used half red/half yellow...it's what I had)

1 Tblsp. Olive Oil (I used Garlic EVOO)

2 Whole Garlic Cloves

1/2 White Onion

1 C. Dry Rice

2 C. Spinach

1 can Black Beans

4 Chicken Thighs 

Salt & Pepper

1 tsp. Spice

Preheat oven to 375°F.

In the Blender: EVOO, bell peppers, garlic, onion...blend until smooth

In the skillet (I use cast iron, but any oven proof deep skillet will work): Mix chicken broth, bell pepper sauce, rice, spices, spinach, and beans.  Place chicken thighs on top and season with salt & pepper. 

Bake for 1.5 hours and let sit for about 3 minutes before serving.  Plate dinner and Enjoy!