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Easy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
This flavorful one-pan dish combines tender chicken thighs with garlic butter and seasoned rice for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 6 pieces skinless, bone-in chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or any other dried herbs of your choice)
  • 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
  • to taste none salt and fresh ground pepper
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 piece yellow onion (diced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1.5 cups long grain white rice
  • 1.5 cups low-sodium, fat free chicken broth
  • 1.5 cups hot water
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried Italian Seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano

Garnish

  • to taste none chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Season chicken thighs with paprika, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and cook chicken until browned, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add rice, chicken broth, hot water, Italian seasoning, and oregano. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and cook for an additional 10 minutes until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, garlic, Rice