Name: Oven Baked Chicken and Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-484992H58M52S
Total time: PT-484992H58M52S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4-6 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs; 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice; 1 medium onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp butter; 2 ½ cups chicken broth (hot); 1 cup water; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp thyme; Salt and pepper, to taste

Oven Baked Chicken and Rice

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Oven Baked Chicken and Rice is a simple, one-pan meal that combines juicy, tender chicken with flavorful, buttery rice. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for family dinners, offering minimal cleanup and maximum taste. The rice absorbs the savory chicken juices, resulting in a rich, comforting dish that’s customizable to your taste. Whether you're looking to add vegetables, spice, or cheese, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser!

Author: Janet
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50-55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
Yield: 4-6 servings
Category: Dinner, Comfort Food, One-Pan Meals
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

4-6 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs

1 ½ cups long-grain white rice

1 medium onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp butter

2 ½ cups chicken broth (hot)

1 cup water

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp thyme

Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the Baking Dish: Spread chopped onion and minced garlic evenly in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place butter in the center and bake for 12 minutes until onions are translucent.
Season the Chicken: While the onions are baking, combine paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Rub this seasoning mix onto the chicken thighs.
Combine Rice and Broth: Remove the baking dish from the oven. Add uncooked rice, stirring it into the onion and garlic mixture. Pour in the hot chicken broth and water, stirring to combine.
Arrange the Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken thighs on top of the rice mixture. Cover with aluminum foil.
Bake: Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and continue baking for another 20-25 minutes or until chicken is cooked and rice is tender.
Rest and Serve: Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Variations: You can add vegetables such as peas or carrots to the rice before baking.
Spicy Kick: Add cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the seasoning mix for heat.
Cheesy Delight: Add shredded cheese over the rice in the last 10 minutes of baking for a cheesy twist.

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