Description
Indulge in the comfort of Oven-Baked Chicken and Rice, a delightful one-pan meal that promises both flavor and ease. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish features juicy chicken thighs seasoned to perfection, resting on a bed of buttery, garlicky rice. The secret lies in sautéing onions and garlic beforehand, creating a rich flavor foundation that enhances every bite. With minimal cleanup required, this recipe is not only delicious but also conveniently adaptable to suit your pantry staples. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or serving a cozy dinner, this oven-baked wonder is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 bone-in chicken thigh fillets (skin removed)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 large garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 ½ cups uncooked white rice
- 1 ½ cups hot chicken broth
- 1 ¼ cups hot water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a baking dish, scatter chopped onion and minced garlic; place butter in the center. Bake for 12-15 minutes until softened.
- While baking, combine Chicken Rub ingredients in a bowl and season both sides of the chicken thighs.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven, stir in uncooked rice with the onion-garlic mixture.
- Place seasoned chicken thighs atop the rice and pour hot broth and water around them.
- Cover tightly with foil; bake for 30 minutes.
- After uncovering, optionally spray oil on chicken for a golden finish; bake uncovered for another 20 minutes until rice absorbs most liquid.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 87mg