Description
A hearty dish combining tender chicken thighs with a rich sauce over fluffy rice, perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- Oil for browning
Instructions
- Brown the chicken: In a large skillet, heat a small amount of oil over medium-high heat and brown chicken thighs until golden on both sides.
- Remove the chicken and add onion and garlic to the same skillet. Sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the broth and return chicken to the skillet, bringing to a simmer.
- Mix in the rice, ensuring it is submerged in the broth. Cover and reduce heat to low.
- Check for doneness, adjusting seasoning as needed. Let rest briefly before serving.
Notes
Garnish with fresh parsley or lemon zest for added flavor. Best paired with a simple salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken, rice, comfort food, easy dinner, family meals