Oven Baked Chicken And Rice Recipe
This oven-baked chicken and rice recipe features juicy chicken, fluffy rice, and simple seasonings for a delicious and hassle-free meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs or drumsticks
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a baking dish, spread rice evenly and pour chicken broth over it.
- Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until softened, then spread over the rice.
- Season chicken with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper, then place on top of the rice.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until chicken is golden and rice is fully cooked.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use skin-on chicken for extra flavor and crispy texture.
- Add vegetables like peas or carrots to the rice for a complete meal.
- Adjust seasoning as needed to suit your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with rice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
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