Description
Roast Chicken Thighs with Spiced Rice is a flavorful, hearty meal featuring tender roasted chicken thighs paired with aromatic spiced rice. This dish combines savory spices, juicy chicken, and a fragrant rice base, making it perfect for a family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for rice)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix the paprika, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Rub the chicken thighs with olive oil, then coat with the spice mixture, making sure they are well-seasoned.
- Place the chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil. Roast for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the skin is crispy.
- While the chicken is roasting, prepare the spiced rice. In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the rice to the pan and stir to coat it in the oil and spices. Cook for 2 minutes, then add the chicken broth, ground ginger, and ground cloves. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- If desired, stir in raisins during the last 5 minutes of cooking to add a touch of sweetness.
- Once the chicken and rice are ready, fluff the rice with a fork and serve the chicken thighs on top of the spiced rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken in the spice mixture for 30 minutes to overnight before roasting.
- Feel free to adjust the spices to your liking or add more vegetables, such as peas or carrots, to the rice.
- This dish can be served with a side of yogurt or a simple green salad for balance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: roast chicken thighs, spiced rice, chicken and rice, Middle Eastern chicken, cumin rice