Baked Chicken and Rice (Printer-Friendly)

Juicy chicken thighs baked with seasoned rice and creamy broth for a simple, hearty meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 6 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs

→ Seasonings

02 - 1 teaspoon ground paprika
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
05 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
06 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
07 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Liquids and Base

08 - 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup (1 can)
09 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

→ Grains

10 - 1 cup raw long-grain white rice

→ Garnish

11 - Fresh parsley (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
02 - Combine ground paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, kosher salt, and ground black pepper in a small bowl.
03 - Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Evenly sprinkle the spice mixture over the chicken pieces to ensure an even coat.
04 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and raw long-grain white rice until well incorporated.
05 - Pour the soup and rice mixture into the prepared baking dish, then nestle the seasoned chicken thighs into the rice.
06 - Cover the casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes to allow the rice to absorb the liquid and chicken to cook gently.
07 - Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the surface crisps.
08 - Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes before fluffing the rice. Optionally garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - For extra crispy skin, broil the casserole for a few minutes after baking. Removing the foil towards the end encourages browning and texture contrast.
02 - Bringing chicken to room temperature before baking promotes even cooking. Patting chicken dry aids spice adhesion and crispness.
03 - Avoid using minute rice as it can become gummy; long-grain rice ensures fluffy texture.
04 - Covering the dish while baking preserves moisture, resulting in tender chicken and moist rice.

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