One-Pan Lemon Turmeric Chicken & Rice (Print Version)
Golden chicken thighs and lemony turmeric rice cook together in one covered skillet for a cozy, low-cleanup dinner.
# Ingredients:
For the chicken
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4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, about 2 lb (900 g)
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1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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2 tablespoons olive oil
For the rice
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1 small yellow onion, finely diced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric, divided
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1 1/2 cups (285 g) long-grain white rice, rinsed and well drained
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2 1/2 cups (600 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
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Zest of 1 lemon
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3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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Lemon slices, for serving
# Instructions:
01 -
Pat the chicken thighs very dry. Season with 3/4 teaspoon salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon turmeric.
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Heat olive oil in a 12-inch deep skillet over medium heat. Add chicken skin-side down and cook for 7-8 minutes until deeply golden. Flip and cook for 3 minutes, then transfer to a plate.
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Pour off excess fat if there is more than 2 tablespoons in the pan. Add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened, scraping up browned bits.
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Stir in garlic, remaining 1 teaspoon turmeric, Italian seasoning, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add the rinsed and drained rice. Stir for 1 minute until the grains are glossy and evenly coated with the yellow spices.
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Pour in chicken broth, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer, then nestle the chicken back on top skin-side up. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for 20-24 minutes until the rice is tender and the chicken reaches 165°F.
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Turn off the heat and let the covered skillet rest for 10 minutes. Fluff the rice around the chicken, sprinkle with parsley, and serve with lemon slices.
# Notes:
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Use a deep skillet or braiser with a tight-fitting lid.
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Rinse the rice until the water runs mostly clear for a fluffier texture.
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Check chicken with an instant-read thermometer before serving.