Description
A hassle-free one-pan meal combining tender chicken with fluffy rice and vibrant veggies, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large baking dish, mix together the rice, chicken broth, chopped onion, minced garlic, and frozen peas and carrots.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Arrange the seasoned chicken on top of the rice mixture.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken.
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
- Serve warm and enjoy your delicious meal!
Notes
To keep leftovers fresh, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage. To enhance flavor, add a splash of lemon juice or sprinkle cheese on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg