Description
Elevate your dinner routine with this easy Oven Baked Chicken and Rice recipe. This one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, combining juicy chicken thighs with aromatic, flavorful rice. With a blend of spices and simple ingredients, you’ll create a satisfying meal that everyone will rave about. Plus, the convenience of minimal cleanup makes it an ideal choice for those who crave delicious comfort food without the fuss. Whether you’re serving it at a festive gathering or a casual family dinner, this dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 chicken thighs (skinless and bone-in)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 1 onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked long-grain rice
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken stock (hot)
- Seasonings: salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried oregano, garlic granules
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, thyme, oregano, and garlic granules. Coat chicken thighs evenly in the mixture.
- In an 8×12-inch baking dish, combine diced onion and minced garlic with remaining olive oil and hot stock.
- Stir in uncooked rice along with salt and pepper.
- Place seasoned chicken thighs on top of the rice mixture.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake uncovered for another 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving; garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg