Oven Baked Chicken and Rice

Why Make This Recipe

This oven baked chicken and rice is an easy and complete meal. You only need a few simple ingredients and everything cooks together in one dish. That means less work and less cleanup.

The chicken comes out juicy and full of flavor. The rice soaks up all the tasty juices, making it extra delicious. You don’t need to stand over the stove – just pop it in the oven and wait.

It’s perfect for busy nights or when you want something warm and comforting. Everyone in the family will love it, and you can make it again and again without getting tired of it.

How to Make Oven Baked Chicken and Rice

Ingredients:

• 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 1 ½ cups uncooked long grain white rice
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 ½ cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large baking dish, spread the uncooked rice across the bottom.
3. Add chopped onion and minced garlic over the rice.
4. Pour chicken broth evenly over the rice and stir to combine.
5. Rub olive oil over the chicken thighs. Season them with paprika, salt, and pepper.
6. Place the chicken on top of the rice mixture.
7. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
8. Remove foil and bake for another 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the rice is tender.
9. Let it rest a few minutes before serving.