Description
Baked Chicken Legs and Rice is a delightful one-pan meal that brings together juicy, golden chicken and fluffy, flavor-infused rice. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with savory goodness, making it the perfect choice for busy weeknights and family gatherings. With its comforting aroma and simple ingredients, this dish will have everyone at your table asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken legs
- 1 cup long-grain rice (white or brown)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pat the chicken legs dry and season them with salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and olive oil.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, sauté the onions in olive oil until translucent. Add the garlic and stir until fragrant. Mix in the rice before adding the chicken broth.
- Transfer the rice mixture to the baking dish and place the seasoned chicken legs on top.
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches at least 165°F (75°C) before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg with rice (250g)
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg