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One Pan Chicken and Garlic Rice

One Pan Chicken and Garlic Rice is an easy one-pan dinner with seasoned chicken thighs and jasmine rice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Dinner / Main Course
Cuisine International

Ingredients
  

  • 1 teaspoon sea salt flakes
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • ¼ cup 60 ml extra-virgin olive oil
  • 5 boneless chicken thighs skin-on or skinless
  • ¼ cup 60 ml water
  • 1 onion finely diced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly minced garlic
  • 1 cup 200 g jasmine rice
  • 1½ cups 375 ml halal chicken stock
  • Fresh thyme sprigs for serving, optional
  • Mixed leaf salad for serving, optional

Instructions
 

  • In a shallow bowl, combine the sea salt, onion powder, garlic powder, sweet paprika, dried thyme, black pepper, and olive oil.
  • Add the chicken thighs and toss until each piece is thoroughly coated with the seasoning mixture.
  • Heat a large, deep, heavy-based pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes, turning halfway through, until beautifully golden on both sides. Transfer the chicken to a plate. If there is a large amount of rendered fat in the pan, carefully spoon out the excess.
  • Pour in the water and scrape the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to loosen the flavorful browned bits.
  • Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and fragrant.
  • Add the jasmine rice and chicken stock. Stir gently and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  • Reduce the heat to low and return the chicken thighs to the pan. If using skin-on thighs, position them skin-side up.
  • Cover the pan and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Remove the pan from the heat and leave it covered for 10 minutes. This resting time helps the rice finish absorbing the flavorful liquid.
  • Fluff the rice gently around the chicken. Serve your One Pan Chicken and Garlic Rice with fresh thyme and a mixed leaf salad, if desired.

Notes

Boneless skinless chicken thighs can be used instead of skin-on thighs. Bone-in chicken may also work, but it generally requires a longer cooking time, so always verify doneness with a meat thermometer.