Description
Oven-Baked Chicken and Rice is the ultimate comfort food that combines juicy, seasoned chicken thighs with aromatic garlic butter rice, all cooked in one pan for effortless cleanup. This hearty dish is perfect for family dinners or meal prep, making weeknight meals a breeze. The unique baking method enhances the flavors of onion, garlic, and butter, creating a delightful aroma that will have everyone gathering around the table. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe guarantees a satisfying and flavorful meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 bone-in chicken thigh fillets (skin removed)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 large garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
- 1 ½ cups uncooked white rice
- 1 ½ cups hot chicken broth
- 1 ¼ cups hot water
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a baking dish, scatter chopped onion and minced garlic; place butter in the center. Bake for 12-15 minutes until softened.
- While baking, mix seasoning ingredients together and rub on both sides of each chicken thigh.
- Stir uncooked rice into the onion-garlic mixture after removing it from the oven.
- Place chicken thighs on top of the rice; pour hot broth and water around them.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil; optionally spray oil on chicken for a golden finish. Bake uncovered for another 20 minutes.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 455
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 678mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 111mg