Description
Indulge in this comforting chicken and rice dish, featuring tender chicken thighs and fluffy rice, all cooked in savory spices for a delightful family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice (jasmine or basmati)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Ingredients
- Gather all ingredients. Chop the onion and mince the garlic for easy access while cooking.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- 3. Brown the Chicken
- Add boneless chicken thighs to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side until browned and golden.
- 4. Add Rice & Broth
- Stir in long-grain rice until well-coated with spices. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- 5. Fluff & Serve
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
- 6. Garnish & Enjoy
- Transfer to plates or bowls and garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg