Chicken Thighs with Potato and Rice

A light and hearty dish featuring tender chicken thighs served with fluffy rice and roasted potatoes.

Vibe: Light
Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
60 min
Serves
4 servings
Difficulty
Medium

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking dish
  • pot
  • pan

Ingredients

Condiments

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (optional)

Grains

  • 2 cups rice

Protein

  • 4 pieces chicken thighs

Vegetables

  • 4 medium potatoes potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
    200°C
  2. In a baking dish, toss the cubed potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste. Spread them out evenly.
  3. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and roast the potatoes for 25 minutes.
    25 min
  4. While the potatoes are roasting, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add them to the pan skin-side down.
  5. Cook the chicken thighs for 7-10 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy, then flip and cook for another 7-10 minutes until cooked through.
  6. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the rice according to package instructions.
  7. After 25 minutes, remove the potatoes from the oven and add the cooked chicken thighs on top. Return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.
    10 min
  8. Serve the chicken thighs alongside the roasted potatoes and fluffy rice.

Notes

Food safety

  • Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).

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