Description
Discover the delightful taste of Smoky Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice, a comforting dish that seamlessly combines juicy chicken thighs with the rich flavors of garlic and smoky paprika. This one-pan wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, providing a hearty meal in just 40 minutes. The chicken is seared to perfection and enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce, served atop fluffy rice that absorbs all the savory goodness. With easy preparation and minimal cleanup, this recipe promises maximum flavor that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, boil chicken broth. Add rice, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes.
- Season chicken thighs with smoked paprika, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; sear chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat and sauté garlic for 1-2 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coat with garlic butter, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Fluff rice and serve topped with chicken; garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 165mg