Chicken and Rice Skillet
Calories: 20
Adjust Servings Here: 6 servings
Description
Skillet Chicken with Rice is a hearty and flavorful meal that combines tender chicken thighs with aromatic rice and savory seasonings. Cooked in a skillet, this dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner in less than 30 minutes. With its rich flavors and minimal cleanup, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (500 g) Chicken thighs
- 1 cup (200 g) Rice Basmati or similar
- 2 strips Bacon chopped
- 1 small Onion chopped
- 6 - 8 Shallots optional
- 2 small Garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 tsp Paprika smoked
- 1 tsp Mustard paste
- 1 cup (250 ml) Chicken broth
- ½ cup Cilantro or parsley chopped
- 1 tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Black pepper powder
Instructions
- Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, in the same skillet with the bacon fat. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the skin is crispy and golden brown. Flip the chicken thighs and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.1 lb Chicken thighs
- In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Add the chopped onions and shallots, followed by the minced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the shallots are softened.2 strips Bacon, 1 small Onion, 6 - 8 Shallots, 2 small Garlic cloves, 2 tbsp Butter
- Add the rice to the skillet and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the paprika and mustard and stir to coat it with everything.1 cup Rice, 1 tsp Mustard paste, 1 tsp Paprika
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Place the chicken thighs back into the skillet, skin-side up, on top of the rice.1 cup Chicken broth, 1 tsp Salt, ½ tsp Black pepper powder
- Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 20- 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.½ cup Cilantro or parsley
- Garnish with the crispy bacon and chopped parsley before serving.
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