Are you craving a mouthwatering meal that's incredibly easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress? Look no further than this sensational One-Dish Chicken and Rice recipe! Imagine tender, crispy-skinned chicken nestled atop perfectly cooked, flavor-packed rice - all prepared in a single skillet with minimal cleanup. Whether you're a busy home cook or a culinary novice, this recipe promises restaurant-quality results with home-style comfort that will have your family begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken thighs
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Ensure a rack is positioned in the center of the oven.
- Season chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to help achieve better browning.
- In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Flip the chicken and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- In the same skillet, add chopped onions and cook for 2-3 minutes until they become translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add uncooked rice to the skillet and stir to coat with the onion and garlic mixture. Pour in chicken broth and stir to combine.
- Nestle the browned chicken thighs on top of the rice, skin-side up. Scatter frozen peas around the chicken.
- Cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid or aluminum foil and transfer to the preheated oven.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the rice to absorb any remaining liquid and the chicken to rest.
- Serve hot, garnishing with fresh chopped parsley or green onions if desired.
Tips
- Pat your chicken thighs completely dry before seasoning to ensure a crispy, golden-brown skin.
- Use a heavy, oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven for even heat distribution and seamless stovetop-to-oven cooking.
- Don't skip browning the chicken - this step builds incredible flavor and creates that irresistible crispy texture.
- For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or rosemary to the rice mixture.
- Let the dish rest after cooking to allow the rice to absorb remaining liquid and the chicken to become extra tender.
- Check chicken's internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Feel free to substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts, but adjust cooking time to prevent drying out.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 110mg
