Description
This easy and flavorful one-pan dish combines tender chicken thighs, basmati rice, and a delicious blend of spices, all cooked in one pot. Perfect for a family meal, it’s packed with rich flavors and makes cleanup a breeze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups uncooked basmati rice
- 6 chicken thighs
- 1 ½ tsp mixed herbs
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup chopped onion (any type of onion)
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken stock
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup green onions (for garnish) or substitute with chives, parsley, or coriander
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, mixed herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rinse the basmati rice until the water runs clear and set aside.
- Add the chicken thighs to a larger bowl and coat with the seasoning mix, saving a teaspoon for later.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin side down for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Sauté chopped onions in the same pan until soft and translucent. Add butter and stir until melted.
- Add rinsed rice and toast for 1-2 minutes, ensuring it doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan.
- Pour chicken stock over the rice, add the reserved seasoning, and stir to combine. Scrape the bottom of the pan to deglaze.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Arrange the chicken thighs over the rice, cover the pot with a lid, and cook on low-medium heat for 15-20 minutes, depending on the rice used.
- Once the rice is tender, fluffy, and the liquid absorbed, garnish with green onions. Let the dish stand for 3 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork and serve.
Notes
- The chicken may appear dry when the dish is ready. Simply stir it into the rice without tearing the chicken for a shiny presentation.
- If using a different type of rice, adjust the liquid and cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-pot, stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Chicken and rice, one pan chicken and rice, one pot chicken and rice