Nitrate & Nitrite Free One-Pan Chicken and Rice
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4 servings
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 lb total)
- 1 tsp kosher salt, divided
- ½ tsp black pepper, divided
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
- 2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season all over with 3/4 tsp of the salt and 1/4 tsp of the pepper.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear undisturbed for 6–7 minutes, until the skin is deep golden brown and releases easily from the pan. Flip and sear the second side for 3 minutes, then transfer the chicken to a plate. Pour off all but about 1 tbsp of the drippings.
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