Forgotten Chicken and Rice: Easy Comfort Food for Busy Nights
Discover the delicious ease of Forgotten Chicken and Rice, the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large baking dish, combine the rice, chicken broth, garlic, onion, diced tomatoes, paprika, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Place the chicken thighs on top of the mixture.
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 1 hour without removing the foil.
- Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the chicken is golden.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken with spices overnight.
- Feel free to add vegetables such as bell peppers or green beans.