Description
Baked chicken legs and rice is the ultimate comfort food, featuring crispy, golden chicken skin paired with fluffy, flavorful rice. This simple yet delicious dish is perfect for any occasion, from busy weeknights to cozy family gatherings. The rich aroma will draw everyone to the table, and each bite delivers a satisfying blend of textures and tastes that evoke a sense of home. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite spices, this baked chicken legs and rice recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken legs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat chicken legs dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Drizzle olive oil over the seasoned chicken legs and toss for even coating.
- In a large baking dish, combine rice and chicken broth; stir well.
- Place seasoned chicken on top of the rice mixture.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken leg with rice (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg