Description
Baked Chicken Legs and Rice is a comforting, one-pan meal that effortlessly combines tender chicken drumsticks with savory rice. Bursting with flavor from a blend of spices and herbs, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special family gatherings. With just 10 minutes of prep time and minimal cleanup, you can enjoy a satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen. The juicy chicken legs cook perfectly alongside fluffy rice soaked in delicious broth, making every bite a delightful experience. Whether served on a platter for sharing or in individual bowls for an intimate dinner, this recipe will surely impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 chicken drumsticks
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 and 1/3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- smoked paprika
- dried thyme
- dried oregano
- garlic powder
- kosher salt
- black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 3–4 cloves garlic (minced)
- lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, brown sugar, smoked paprika, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, salt (1 teaspoon), and pepper to create a marinade. Coat the chicken drumsticks evenly.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Sauté onions for 3-4 minutes until softened; add minced garlic for another minute. Transfer to a baking dish.
- In the same saucepan, combine uncooked rice with remaining salt (1/2 teaspoon), chicken broth, and water. Bring to a boil and pour over the rice in the baking dish.
- Place marinated chicken on top of the rice along with half of the lemon wedges. Cover tightly with foil.
- Bake covered for 30 minutes; then uncover and continue baking for an additional 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
- Let rest before serving; fluff the rice gently with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 drumsticks (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 765mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg