Low-Profile Chicken and Rice Bake
A simple one-pan dish with tender chicken and fluffy rice, cooked at a gentle temperature to keep flavors balanced. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 75 minutes pairs skin-on boneless chicken thighs, long-grain rice, chicken broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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, skin-on boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a 9x13-inch baking dish over medium-low heat. Pat 1 lb boneless chicken thighs dry, season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then place skin-side up in the dish.
- Step 2: Scatter 1/2 cup diced carrots and 1/4 cup diced celery around the chicken. Sprinkle 1 tsp dried thyme over everything, then pour 1 3/4 cups chicken broth evenly over the dish.
- Step 3: Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake at 325°F for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and rice is tender, with liquid fully absorbed.
Equipment for this recipe
Top-rated tools to make this recipe successfully.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Low-Profile Chicken and Rice Bake take to make?
Total time is about 75 minutes (15 min prep + 60 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 Low-Profile Chicken and Rice Bake?
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 long-grain rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Low-Profile Chicken and Rice Bake?
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 Low-Profile Chicken and Rice Bake 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 Low-Profile Chicken and Rice Bake?
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
- ★★★★★
So much better than takeout. We'll never order american delivery again.
- ★★★★★
My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
