Savory Oven Baked Chicken and Rice
A straightforward chicken dish where the baked rice perfectly absorbs the rich flavors of chicken, butter, and pepper, making it a universally appealing combination.
The recipe's author mentions that this dish is known as "Bulgarian style rice," as rice in Bulgaria is traditionally prepared in the oven.
Wash the chicken thoroughly and cook it for 20 minutes in at least 3 glasses of water. When boiling starts, skim off the foam and lower the heat.
In the meantime, wash the rice well and let it drain.
Place the oven tray on the stove and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
! If your tray isn't stove-friendly, start in a pan and transfer the rice mixture to the oven tray later.
Add the finely chopped onion to the melted butter and sauté until softened.
Add the rice, stirring occasionally, and cook until the grains become slightly translucent.
Pour 3 cups of the chicken broth over the rice, adding salt, and mix well. Turn off the stove.
! If using a pan, transfer the mixture to an oven tray.
Arrange the boiled chicken pieces on top, cover the tray with a lid or foil, and bake in a preheated oven at 200-250°C for 45 minutes.
In the last 10 minutes, remove the foil, sprinkle ground pepper, and return to the oven.
Serve immediately and enjoy this deliciously simple dish.
Bon appétit!
