Crispy Chicken & Veggie Rice Skillet

Name: Crispy Chicken & Veggie Rice Skillet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 6 Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs; 1½ cups White rice (Jasmine or Long Grain); 1 cup Frozen bell peppers; 1 cup Frozen corn; 1 tbsp Olive oil; 1 medium Onion, diced; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 2½ cups Chicken broth; 1½ tsp Paprika; 1 tsp Dried thyme (or oregano); Salt and black pepper; Pepper

5 steps

Prep:15minCook:40min

Enjoy a delightful Crispy Chicken & Veggie Rice Skillet with succulent chicken thighs, hearty rice, and vibrant veggies—all cooked to perfection in a skillet.

Updated at: Wed, 07 Jan 2026 02:14:51 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Good

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories776.7 kcal (39%)

Total Fat37 g (53%)

Carbs69.8 g (27%)

Sugars4.5 g (5%)

Protein39.6 g (79%)

Sodium912.7 mg (46%)

Fiber3.7 g (13%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

4 servings

6chicken thighs

bone-in, skin-on

1 ½ cupsWhite rice

Jasmine or Long Grain

1 cupFrozen bell peppers

1 Tbspolive oil

2 ½ cupschicken broth

1 ½ tsppaprika

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the 5 chicken thighs completely dry. Season generously on both sides with salt, pepper, and the paprika.

Step 2

Heat the oil in your 12" cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down. Sear for 5-7 minutes until the skin is deep golden brown. Flip and cook for 2 minutes on the other side. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 3

Reduce heat to medium. Add onion, frozen peppers, and frozen corn. Sauté for 3-4 minutes. Stir in garlic, thyme, and the uncooked rice. Toast the rice for 1 minute.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth. Scrape up browned bits. Bring to a simmer. Turn off heat. Nestle the chicken thighs back into the pan, skin-side up. Transfer to the oven. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes.

Step 5

Check that liquid is absorbed and chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes.