Name: Baked Chicken Legs and Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients: 6-8 chicken drumsticks; 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; 1/2 medium yellow onion (chopped); 3-4 cloves garlic (minced); 1 cup uncooked white rice; 1 and 1/3 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 2/3 cup water; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 lemon (cut into wedges); Fresh parsley or thyme (optional garnish)

Description

Baked Chicken Legs and Rice is the ultimate comfort meal that brings warmth and flavor to your dinner table. This easy-to-make dish features juicy chicken drumsticks seasoned with a delightful blend of spices, baked to perfection alongside fluffy rice. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a hearty meal ready for any occasion, whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering. The one-pan preparation ensures minimal cleanup, making it as convenient as it is delicious. Pair it with fresh salads or warm bread for a complete dining experience that will quickly become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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6–8 chicken drumsticks
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
1/2 medium yellow onion (chopped)
3–4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 and 1/3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2/3 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
1 lemon (cut into wedges)
Fresh parsley or thyme (optional garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, mix olive oil, brown sugar, smoked paprika, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture over the chicken legs.
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Sauté onions until softened; add garlic and cook for another minute.
Stir in rice and remaining salt. Pour in chicken broth and water; bring to a boil before transferring to a baking dish.
Arrange drumsticks on top of the rice with lemon wedges; cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
Let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Comfort Food

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken leg with rice (approximately 250g)
Calories: 460
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 80mg