Gluten Free Chicken Rice a Roni Dinner

Transform your weeknight routine with this comforting and wholesome Gluten-Free Chicken Rice-a-Roni Dinner! This one-skillet recipe reinvents the classic boxed favorite with simple, natural ingredients like tender seared chicken breasts, toasty gluten-free vermicelli, and fluffy long-grain rice simmered in savory chicken broth. Seasoned to perfection with garlic and onion powder, this dish offers rich, homemade flavor while staying entirely gluten-free. With a quick 10-minute prep time and just 35 minutes of cooking, it’s an effortless go-to for busy families craving a hearty, satisfying meal. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, it’s a complete dinner that’s as nourishing as it is delicious! Perfect for gluten-free lifestyles or anyone seeking a timeless dinner classic made from scratch.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Gluten-free vermicelli (broken into 1-inch pieces)
• 1 cup Long-grain white rice
• 2.5 cups Chicken broth (gluten-free)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 2 tablespoons Parsley (fresh, chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add the broken gluten-free vermicelli and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden and toasted.

Step 4

Add the uncooked rice to the skillet along with the butter. Stir until the butter is melted and the rice is lightly coated.

Step 5

Carefully pour in the gluten-free chicken broth, then stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 6

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them on top of the rice mixture. Bring the broth to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid.

Step 7

Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C) and the rice is tender. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to maintain even steaming.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the skillet from the heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Remove the chicken, slice or shred as desired, and return to the skillet.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1333.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1742.5

Total Fat 67.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 357.8mg	0%
Sodium 4780.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 0.2g
Protein 124.7g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 139.1mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 1216.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.6%

Protein: 29.2%

Carbs: 35.2%