Description
This Oven Baked Chicken and Rice is a one-pan, hearty meal perfect for a comforting dinner. The chicken thighs are seasoned with a flavorful rub and baked with aromatic rice, making for a simple yet delicious dish. It’s a cozy meal the whole family will enjoy, and it requires minimal effort for maximum flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 bone-in chicken thigh fillets, skin off
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp butter, cut into pieces
- 1 ½ cups uncooked white rice (long-grain, jasmine, or basmati work great)
- 1 ½ cups chicken stock
- 1 ¼ cups water
- Oil spray
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Chicken Rub:
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¾ tsp salt
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the chicken rub. Rub the seasoning mixture onto both sides of the chicken thighs.
- Lightly spray a large baking dish with oil spray and spread the chopped onion and minced garlic evenly in the dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine the rice, chicken stock, and water. Pour the rice mixture into the baking dish, stirring gently to combine.
- Dot the rice with butter pieces.
- Place the seasoned chicken thighs on top of the rice mixture, skin-side down.
- Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake for 40-45 minutes.
- After the cooking time, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the rice is fully cooked.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken thighs with chicken breasts, though they may need a shorter baking time.
- To add extra flavor, you can toss in vegetables like peas or carrots with the rice before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American