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Delicious Oven Baked Chicken and Rice Recipe

Oven Baked Chicken and Rice

A comforting and easy oven baked chicken and rice dish that warms your heart and fills your belly without much fuss.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Oven Baked Chicken and Rice
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Oven-Safe Skillet or Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Step 2: In a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add the rice to the skillet and stir well to coat the rice with the oil and onion mixture. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  4. Step 4: Pour in the chicken broth and add the paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and bring to a simmer.
  5. Step 5: Nestle the chicken thighs skin-side up on top of the rice mixture. Make sure the rice is evenly distributed around the chicken.
  6. Step 6: Cover the skillet or baking dish tightly with aluminum foil or a lid.
  7. Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
  8. Step 8: After 40 minutes, remove the foil and add the frozen peas and carrots on top of the chicken and rice. Return to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  9. Step 9: Remove from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.