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Baked Chicken Legs and Rice Recipe

Baked Chicken Legs and Rice Recipe
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This flavorful recipe combines tender baked chicken drumsticks with seasoned rice for a satisfying and easy-to-make meal. The chicken is coated in a savory blend of herbs and spices, while the rice cooks to perfection alongside, absorbing all the delicious flavors. A perfect dish for a comforting family dinner or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
  • 15–20 cranks fresh-ground black pepper
  • 6–8 chicken drumsticks

For the Rice:

  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 and 1/3 cups chicken broth, low-sodium preferred
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • fresh parsley or thyme, optional garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Combine olive oil, brown sugar, paprika, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Coat the drumsticks with this mixture.
  2. Melt butter in a saucepan. Cook onion until softened, then add garlic. Transfer to a baking dish with rice and salt.
  3. Add broth and water to the saucepan. Bring to a boil, then pour over the rice in the baking dish.
  4. Arrange drumsticks and lemon wedges on the rice. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
  5. Let rest, then serve. Remove chicken and lemons, fluff up the rice, garnish, and serve.

Notes

  • Make sure to tightly cover the baking dish with foil to ensure the rice cooks properly.
  • You can customize the seasoning blend for the chicken according to your taste preferences.

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Keywords: Baked Chicken Legs, Chicken and Rice, One-Pot Meal, Easy Dinner Recipe

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