Description
Baked chicken and rice is a comforting and easy one-dish meal that brings warmth to any kitchen. With tender chicken resting on fluffy, seasoned rice, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings. The delightful aroma fills your home, making it feel like a cozy restaurant experience. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or enjoying a quiet dinner, this recipe promises satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the rice and mix well with the onions and garlic. Pour in the chicken broth.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika on both sides.
- Layer half of the rice mixture in the baking dish, place the seasoned chicken on top, and cover with the remaining rice mixture.
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for about 45 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (165°F) and rice is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: approximately 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg