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One Pan Tomato Basil Chicken & Rice

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful one-pan dish combining tender chicken thighs, rice, and fresh basil in a rich tomato sauce, baked to perfection.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 6 pieces chicken thighs, skin on, bone in
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 diced onion
  • 1 red bell pepper red bell pepper, deseeded and chopped
  • 1/3 cup sun dried tomato strips in oil, chopped (optional)
  • 1 1/3 cups uncooked long grain rice, rinsed
  • 14.5 ounce tin crushed tomatoes, with liquid
  • 1 3/4 cups chicken broth or chicken stock
  • 1-2 teaspoons salt, adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper, adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

Extra

  • to taste extra chopped fresh basil to serve

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  • Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet; sear chicken 3-4 mins per side, then set aside.
  • Fry garlic, then add onion, peppers, sun dried tomatoes, rice, crushed tomatoes, broth, salt, pepper, and basil; simmer until rice absorbs flavors.
  • Place chicken on top, cover with foil, and bake for 40 mins until cooked and rice is tender.
  • Remove foil, broil for 8-10 mins until chicken is crispy, then garnish with chopped basil and serve.

Notes

Ensure rice is fully cooked and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: basil, Chicken, rice, tomato