Creamy Chicken Thighs Over Savory Rice
Indulge in tender chicken thighs simmered in rich cream of chicken soup, served over a bed of fluffy rice. This easy one-pot meal combines comforting flavors with a hearty twist. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it offers a quick and satisfying way to gather the family around the table. Experience the warmth of home-cooked goodness that nourishes both body and soul!
ingredients
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
steps
- 1.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 3.
Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and paprika, then brown on both sides (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- 4.
Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- 5.
In the same skillet, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- 6.
Stir in the rice and cook for another 2 minutes, allowing it to absorb flavors.
- 7.
Pour in the cream of chicken soup and chicken broth, mixing well.
- 8.
Return the browned chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the rice.
- 9.
Sprinkle thyme over the top and cover with a lid or aluminum foil.
- 10.
Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
- 11.
Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, and serve hot.
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