Nitrate & Nitrite Free One-Pot Chicken and Rice
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4 servings
- 2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and drumsticks (about 4–6 pieces)
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
- 2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the chicken pieces completely dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, then rub the mixture evenly over all sides of the chicken.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or deep 12-inch oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken pieces skin-side down and sear undisturbed for 5–6 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.
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