Description
Oven Baked Chicken and Rice delivers a comforting one-pan dinner that brings warm memories to your table. Your family will savor tender chicken nestled with fluffy rice, creating a simple yet satisfying meal that comes together effortlessly.
Ingredients
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Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
Seasoning Blend:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Base:
- 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Optional Garnishes:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Warm your oven to 375F (190C). Generously coat a large baking dish with 1 tablespoon olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Mix 1 teaspoon each of salt, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small bowl. Rub 4 chicken breasts with olive oil and completely cover with the spice blend.
- Pour 1 ½ cups uncooked long-grain white rice into the prepared baking dish. Add 3 cups chicken broth, 1 cup whole milk, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and your dried herbs.
- Sprinkle 1 small finely chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves over the rice mixture. Dot the surface with 1 tablespoon butter for extra richness.
- Carefully position the seasoned chicken breasts directly on top of the rice. Cover the entire dish tightly with aluminum foil to lock in moisture.
- Slide the covered dish into the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb the liquid and flavors.
- Remove the foil and return the dish to the oven for another 10-15 minutes. Ensure your chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165F (75C).
- Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes. This helps the rice finish steaming and the chicken remain juicy.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges for a bright, fresh finish.
Notes
- Chicken thickness matters when baking, so choose breasts that are evenly sized to ensure uniform cooking.
- Rinsing rice before adding to the dish helps remove excess starch and prevents the final texture from becoming too sticky.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free chicken broth and verify your spice blend’s ingredients.
- Swap whole milk with low-fat or non-dairy alternatives like almond or coconut milk to customize the recipe to your dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg