Ingredients
– 3 tablespoons butter
– 1 whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces (preferably dark meat such as bone-in, skin-on thighs and drumsticks)
– Kosher salt and pepper (season generously to taste)
– 1 onion, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
– A few stalks of celery, diced (about 1/2 cup)
– 1 cup rice (such as parboiled long grain or rinsed long grain basmati)
– 1 bay leaf
Instructions
1-First, melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a large pot over medium heat to begin building that rich base.
2-Then, season your chicken pieces generously with salt and pepper before browning them skin side down slowly for about 10 minutes until they turn golden brown. Thisε΅ slow browning is essential for the best texture and flavor, as it helps render the fat and deepen the taste of the dish.
3-Next, flip the chicken and add the diced onion and celery, cooking for another minute to let their aromas mingle.
4-Pour in 1 cup of water, cover the pot, and reduce the heat to low for 20 minutes to braise the chicken and create a light broth.
5-After that, stir in 1 cup of rice, pressing it down around the chicken, and add another cup of water along with 1 bay leaf, then cover and cook for 30 minutes more.
6-Once done, remove the lid and serve the dish warm, making it a breeze for family meals.
7-For young children, take a moment to remove the meat from the bone, chop it up, and mix it into the rice for easier eating.
8-If you want to add more veggies like peas, do it toward the end to keep their crunch, tying back to the simple yet customizable nature of this recipe.
Last Step:
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π§ Using water instead of stock is sufficient, as the chicken, onion, and celery create a flavorful broth.
π Adding a bay leaf contributes a subtle aroma.
π₯ The dish can be adapted by adding vegetables like peas or parsley, though keeping it simple maintains a unified appearance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal (estimated)
- Sugar: 2 g (estimated)
- Sodium: 500 mg (estimated)
- Fat: 20 g (estimated)
- Saturated Fat: 8 g (estimated)
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g (estimated)
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g (estimated)
- Fiber: 2 g (estimated)
- Protein: 35 g (estimated)
- Cholesterol: 100 mg (estimated)