One-Pan Chicken and Rice
It is best Mediterranean recipe with full of joy and taste and healthy & tasty ingredients here the recipe:
Total time
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or drumsticks)
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
For the Rice:
1 cup long-grain white rice (or basmati)
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1½ cups chicken broth (or water + 1 bouillon cube)
½ tsp turmeric (optional, for color and flavor)
½ tsp dried thyme or oregano
1 bay leaf (optional)
Salt to taste
Juice of ½ lemon (optional, for brightness)
Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Season the Chicken:
Pat the chicken dry and season with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Sear the Chicken:
Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or oven-safe pan over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken skin-side down for 4–5 minutes until golden, then flip and cook 3 more minutes. Remove and set aside (it won’t be fully cooked yet).
3. Sauté Aromatics:
In the same pan, reduce heat to medium. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3 minutes until soft. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute more.
4. Add Rice and Broth:
Stir in the rice, turmeric (if using), thyme, bay leaf, and a pinch of salt. Toast the rice for 1–2 minutes. Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer.
5. Nestle Chicken & Cook:
Place the seared chicken on top of the rice. Cover the pan tightly with a lid or foil. Reduce heat to low and cook for 25–30 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
6. Optional Crisp Finish:
For crispy skin, place the uncovered pan under a broiler for 3–5 minutes.
7. Rest & Serve:
Let rest 5 minutes. Squeeze lemon juice over the top, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Tips
- Use bone-in, skin-on chicken for best flavor.
- Basmati rice works well; avoid quick-cook or brown rice without adjusting liquid and time.
- Add frozen peas or chopped carrots to the rice for a veggie boost.
Nutrition information
Calories: 460
Protein: 30g
Fat: 22g
Carbs: 36g
Fiber: 1g