Southern Chicken and Yellow Rice

Southern Chicken and Yellow Rice is a comforting, one-pot dish that brings bold Southern flavors to your table with minimal effort. Featuring tender, golden-seared bone-in chicken thighs nestled in fragrant turmeric-infused rice, this recipe is elevated with smoky paprika, sautéed onions, bell peppers, garlic, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finish. The addition of wholesome ingredients like chicken broth, frozen peas, and a hint of bay leaf makes each bite rich, hearty, and satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this meal comes together in just under an hour and serves six. Whether you're seeking a classic Southern comfort food recipe or an easy-to-make crowd-pleaser, Southern Chicken and Yellow Rice delivers every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups long-grain white rice
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken thighs with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Sear the chicken thighs for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and green bell pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Stir in the rice, turmeric, paprika, and remaining 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the rice lightly.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth and add the bay leaf, stirring to combine.

Step 8

Nestle the seared chicken thighs on top of the rice mixture.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf and stir in the peas. Allow them to warm through for 2-3 minutes.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2678.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3126.5

Total Fat 185.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 729mg	0%
Sodium 7700.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 161.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 18.4g
Protein 198.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 329.7mg	0%
Iron 21.5mg	0%
Potassium 3861.3mg	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: 53.7%

Protein: 25.5%

Carbs: 20.8%