Description
A comforting one-pan Easy Oven Baked Chicken and Rice made with marinated chicken thighs, basmati rice, garlic, spices, and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (3 to 3 1/2 pounds)
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for serving)
- 1 1/2 cups basmati rice (rinsed and drained)
- 1 small yellow onion (finely diced)
- 2 cups boiling water
Instructions
- Set the oven to 375°F to ensure an even baking temperature.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and turmeric. Add the chicken thighs and coat thoroughly in the marinade. Allow the chicken to rest at room temperature for 20 minutes.
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, combine the rinsed basmati rice, olive oil, diced onion, salt, black pepper, and boiling water. Stir to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- Arrange the marinated chicken thighs in a single layer over the rice mixture, pouring any remaining marinade from the bowl over the top. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the chicken is browned and fully cooked and the rice is tender.
- Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven. Use tongs to transfer the chicken temporarily to a plate. Fluff the rice with a fork to release steam and improve texture. Return the chicken to the dish, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Letting the chicken marinate enhances flavor.
- Use fresh herbs for better taste.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg