Johnson's Citrus-Glazed Chicken with Herbed Rice
Tender chicken thighs glazed with orange and lime juice, served over fragrant rice with fresh herbs. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 45 minutes pairs chicken thighs, orange juice, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (bone-in, skin-on) chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp, chopped basil
- 2 tbsp, chopped parsley
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 3/4 cups water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Season chicken thighs with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken skin-side down and cook for 8 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook 5 more minutes until browned on both sides.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Johnson's Citrus-Glazed Chicken with Herbed Rice take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Johnson's Citrus-Glazed Chicken with Herbed Rice?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Johnson's Citrus-Glazed Chicken with Herbed Rice?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Johnson's Citrus-Glazed Chicken with Herbed Rice for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Johnson's Citrus-Glazed Chicken with Herbed Rice?
American one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
- ★★☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
- ★★☆☆☆
The proportions seem off. Way too much of some ingredients.
