Chicken and Rice L Orange

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with Chicken and Rice L’Orange, a vibrant one-pan meal that combines tender, golden-seared chicken thighs with fragrant, citrus-infused rice. This recipe’s unique pairing of fresh orange juice, zest, and a hint of honey creates a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors, while aromatic thyme and garlic add depth. The rice cooks to perfection in a blend of chicken broth and orange juice, soaking up every drop of flavor, as the chicken finishes cooking in the same pan. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is as visually stunning as it is appetizing. Perfect for busy evenings, this foolproof, 40-minute recipe delivers comforting, zesty flavor in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 teaspoon thyme leaves (fresh)
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium and in the same pan, add the butter. Once melted, stir in the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the rice and toast lightly in the pan for 1-2 minutes, ensuring it is well coated with the butter and aromatics.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth, orange juice, orange zest, thyme, soy sauce, honey, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine the ingredients.

Step 7

Return the chicken thighs to the pan, skin-side up, placing them on top of the rice mixture. Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid and reduce the heat to low.

Step 8

Simmer for 25-30 minutes until the rice is tender, the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C), and most of the liquid is absorbed.

Step 9

Before serving, fluff the rice gently with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy your Chicken and Rice L'Orange!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1769.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2165.9

Total Fat 134.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 517mg	0%
Sodium 4179.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 119.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g	0%
Total Sugars 45.0g
Protein 125.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 214.1mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 2357.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.4%

Protein: 22.9%

Carbs: 21.8%