Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Baked Chicken Legs and Rice, the ultimate comfort meal that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make recipe combines juicy chicken drumsticks with perfectly seasoned rice, creating a satisfying dish that will delight your entire family. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a one-pan cooking method, you can set it and forget it while enjoying time with loved ones. The blend of spices elevates this straightforward meal to something truly special, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. Serve it straight from the oven for a cozy family dinner or pack it up for meal prep throughout the week—Baked Chicken Legs and Rice is sure to become a household favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1 lemon (cut into wedges)
- fresh parsley or thyme (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, brown sugar, smoked paprika, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into a paste. Coat the chicken drumsticks thoroughly.
- Sauté chopped onion in butter until softened; add minced garlic and cook briefly before transferring to a baking dish.
- Stir in uncooked rice and remaining salt into the dish with the onion-garlic mixture.
- Heat broth and water in the saucepan; pour over the rice mixture.
- Place marinated drumsticks on top of the rice and cover tightly with foil.
- Bake for 30 minutes covered; then remove foil and bake an additional 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drumstick (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg