Description
A vibrant one-pan meal featuring juicy marinated chicken thighs, fluffy rice, and colorful vegetables, infused with the delightful flavors of the Mediterranean.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Chicken thighs
- 2 cups Rice
- 1/4 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 1 cup Mixed vegetables (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC).
- Prepare the marinade by mixing olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Marinate the chicken thighs in the marinade for at least 20 minutes.
- Prepare a large baking dish with rice and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Arrange the marinated chicken thighs on top of the rice.
- Add mixed vegetables around the chicken, if using.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Check the chicken’s internal temperature to ensure it reaches 165ยฐF (75ยฐC).
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken longer and consider using high-quality olive oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg