Creating One Pot Chicken and Rice is simple and rewarding. Follow these steps to make your delicious meal:

1. Heat the Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sear the Chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt, paprika, and black pepper. Add them to the pot and sear for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove chicken from the pot and set aside.
3. Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
4. Add Rice and Broth: Stir in the rice, chicken broth, and dried thyme. Bring to a boil.
5. Combine Chicken and Simmer: Return the seared chicken to the pot. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
6. Add Vegetables: After 20 minutes, add the frozen peas and carrots to the pot. Cover and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
7. Fluff and Garnish: Remove the pot from heat. Fluff the rice with a fork and sprinkle chopped parsley on top for garnish.
8. Serve Warm: Serve the One Pot Chicken and Rice warm, ensuring everyone gets a piece of chicken and a generous helping of rice.