Description
A heartwarming pilaf featuring tender chicken thighs and fluffy rice, infused with flavorful broth and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken thighs, chopped
- 2 cups rice
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, grated
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Your Base: Heat a splash of oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Stir in the diced onion and grated carrots. Cook until translucent.
- Brown the Chicken: Add your chopped chicken thighs, minced garlic, and paprika. Cook until golden-brown.
- Add the Rice: Gently stir in the rice.
- Pour in the Broth: Carefully add the chicken broth to the pot.
- Season and Simmer: Sprinkle with salt and pepper, bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cover to simmer for 20 minutes.
- Fluff and Garnish: Use a fork to fluff the rice and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Make-Ahead Magic: Prep diced onion and carrots the night before to save time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg