Description
Forgotten Chicken and Rice is a savory, one-pan dish that’s perfect for busy days when you want something delicious and easy to make. This recipe combines tender chicken with flavorful rice, all cooked together to create a satisfying meal with minimal effort. Simply toss everything in a dish and let the oven do the work while you relax.
Ingredients
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4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups chicken broth
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large oven-safe baking dish, spread the uncooked rice evenly at the bottom.
- Add the chicken broth, chopped onion, garlic, thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the rice. Stir gently to combine.
- Arrange the chicken thighs over the rice blend. Lightly drizzle with olive oil and, if preferred, add extra salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven to bake for 1 hour.
- Remove from the oven, discard the foil, and check the chicken for doneness (the internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C). If the rice is not fully cooked, cover again and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- If using, sprinkle with peas and Parmesan cheese before serving. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken in your favorite seasoning or marinade for a few hours before cooking.
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or mushrooms to the rice mixture.
- If you prefer boneless, skinless chicken, use chicken breasts or thighs, but adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1513mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 186mg