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A golden skillet filled with seared chicken pieces, fluffy rice, and fresh green parsley garnish.
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Garlic Chicken and Rice Skillet

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup long -grain white rice, rinsed
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 6 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 tsp sal t
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and oregano.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken to the skillet and sear until browned on all sides, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • Melt butter in the same skillet and add minced garlic, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add the rinsed rice to the skillet and toast for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to coat in fat.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and return the chicken and any juices to the skillet.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve.