Description
Succulent oven baked chicken and rice creates a comforting classic that brings warmth to family dinner tables. Simple ingredients blend seamlessly, promising a hearty meal that satisfies hunger and warms hearts with each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs
Rice and Base:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Warm the culinary workspace to a precise 375°F (190°C), preparing for a harmonious chicken and rice ensemble.
- Select a spacious oven-compatible skillet and awaken it with a drizzle of olive oil over medium thermal intensity.
- Lavish the chicken thighs with a fragrant blend of paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper, creating a tantalizing exterior.
- Carefully sear the seasoned chicken pieces, transforming them into a golden-hued delicacy through a 3-4 minute dance on each side.
- Gently extract the chicken from the skillet, reserving it for the upcoming symphonic combination.
- Introduce diced onion and minced garlic into the same skillet, allowing them to soften and release their aromatic essence.
- Cascade the rice into the skillet, thoroughly coating each grain with the flavorful remnants of the seared chicken.
- Pour chicken broth into the mixture, coaxing the ingredients to a gentle simmer and creating a luxurious liquid foundation.
- Artfully nestle the seared chicken thighs atop the rice landscape, ensuring even distribution.
- Envelop the skillet with a protective lid or aluminum shield, sealing in the developing flavors.
- Slide the entire composition into the preheated oven, allowing it to harmonize for 35-40 minutes until the chicken reaches perfect doneness and rice achieves tender submission.
- During the final five minutes, scatter frozen peas across the surface, introducing a burst of verdant freshness.
- Carefully extract the culinary creation from the oven, permitting a brief moment of rest to allow flavors to meld.
- Optional: Sprinkle fresh parsley as a verdant garnish, adding a final touch of visual and aromatic elegance before serving.
Notes
- Choose skin-on chicken thighs for extra flavor and juiciness, ensuring the meat stays moist during baking.
- Use a cast-iron skillet or heavy oven-safe pan to create even heat distribution and develop a beautiful golden crust on the chicken.
- Toast the rice in the skillet before adding broth to enhance its nutty flavor and prevent it from becoming mushy during cooking.
- For a low-carb version, substitute rice with cauliflower rice or quinoa to reduce calories and add more nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg