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Cozy One-Pot Garlic Herb Chicken and Rice

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A quick and easy one-pot meal featuring juicy chicken thighs and flavorful garlic herb rice, perfect for cozy dinners with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on), about 1.5 lbs (700 g)
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (190 g), rinsed
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
  • 2 cups chicken broth (480 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • 1 small yellow or white onion, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup of long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Mince 4 garlic cloves, finely chop 1 small onion, and chop 2 tablespoons each of fresh parsley and thyme. Zest 1 lemon if using. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, place the chicken thighs skin-side down. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Stir frequently for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent but not browned.
  4. Stir in the rinsed rice and chopped fresh herbs. Cook for 1-2 minutes, letting the rice toast slightly and absorb the flavors. Add the lemon zest now if using.
  5. Pour 2 cups of chicken broth into the pot. Stir to combine everything. Return the chicken thighs on top of the rice, skin side up.
  6. Bring the pot to a gentle simmer. Cover with a tight-fitting lid, reduce heat to low, and cook for 25-30 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid too often to keep steam trapped.
  7. Remove pot from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff rice gently with a fork and serve, making sure to scoop some chicken skin with each serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry for crispy skin. Do not rush searing to develop golden crust. Rinse rice to remove excess starch. Keep lid on during simmering to trap steam. Let dish rest after cooking for fluffier rice and juicier chicken. Fresh herbs preferred; if using dried, use half quantity and add fresh parsley at the end if possible.

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Keywords: one-pot, chicken, garlic, herb, rice, easy dinner, quick meal, cozy, weeknight, comfort food, gluten-free

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