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Oven Baked Chicken and Rice

Oven Baked Chicken and Rice

Make this Oven Baked Chicken and Rice for a quick, and delicious one-pan meal! flavorful chicken bakes with seasoned rice—no stovetop required.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 1x

Ingredients

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For the Rice:

  • 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice (Basmati or Jasmine)
  • 2 ½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Chicken:

  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or drumsticks)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

  • Prepare the Rice – In the baking dish, mix rice, chicken broth, chopped onion, garlic, butter, salt, and pepper. Spread the mixture evenly.

  • Season the Chicken – Pat the chicken dry. In a small bowl, mix paprika, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the chicken with olive oil and coat it evenly with the seasoning mix.

  • Assemble – Arrange the seasoned chicken pieces skin-side up on top of the rice mixture.

  • Bake Covered – Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.

  • Bake Uncovered – Remove the foil and continue baking for another 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and the rice is fully cooked.

  • Rest & Serve – Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice for extra brightness.

Notes

  • Rice Selection: Use long-grain rice for the best texture. Avoid instant rice.
  • Chicken Alternatives: You can use boneless, skinless chicken, but reduce the cooking time by about 10 minutes.
  • Extra Flavor: Add ½ teaspoon of cumin or smoked paprika for a deeper, smoky taste.
  • Author: Rosie
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50-55 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Main Course, One-Pan Meals
  • Method: Baking, One-Pan
  • Cuisine: American, Comfort Food, International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion (approximately 1/6 of the dish)
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 100 mg

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