Forgotten Chicken and Rice: A Comforting Family Delight
A delicious and easy one-pot meal that brings the family together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large oven-safe pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and add onions and garlic, sautéing until softened.
- Add the chicken thighs and cook until browned on both sides.
- Stir in rice, chicken broth, paprika, black pepper, and salt.
- Bring to a simmer, then cover and transfer to the oven.
- Bake for about 45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
- Stir in frozen peas and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in spices the night before.
- Feel free to add your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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