Savor the Best Spanish Chicken Rice Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 ½ teaspoons of flavorful smoked paprika, divided
• ½ teaspoon of aromatic garlic powder
• A dash of pungent black pepper
• 4 succulent bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, each weighing 8 ounces
• 2 teaspoons of rich olive oil
• ½ cup of fresh and vibrant chopped green onions
• ½ of a large yellow bell pepper, sliced into delicate strips
• 4 cups of loosely packed torn curly kale leaves
• ½ cup of wholesome unsalted chicken stock
• 1 package (8.8 ounces) of UNCLE BEN'S® READY RICE® Spanish-Style Rice
• 1 tablespoon of tangy red wine vinegar
• A sprinkle of salt to enhance the taste

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F for a cozy cooking session. In a small bowl, mix together a delightful blend of 1/2 teaspoon each of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and pepper. Sprinkle this aromatic mixture generously over the chicken, ensuring both sides are coated evenly.

Step 2

In a generously sized ovenproof skillet, warm up some oil over medium-high heat until it glistens invitingly. Gently place the chicken in the pan, skin-side down, and let it sizzle to perfection for about 5 to 6 minutes until the skin develops a tantalizing golden hue. Flip the chicken over and let it cook for an additional 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to mingle and dance.

Step 3

Once the chicken is beautifully browned but not fully cooked, transfer it from the pan onto a waiting plate. Now, it's time to introduce some fresh ingredients into the mix! Toss in some vibrant green onions and bell peppers into the flavorful drippings left in the pan, letting them sauté for a harmonious 2 minutes. Add the lush kale and a splash of chicken stock, covering the pan to let the kale gently wilt and absorb the savory essence.

Step 4

Stir in the rice, a dash of vinegar, and the remaining teaspoon of smoked paprika into this verdant medley. Nestle the half-cooked chicken on top of this fragrant rice mixture, embracing it in a delicious blanket of flavors. Slide the skillet into the preheated oven and let it bake at 400 degrees F until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken reads a cozy 165 degrees F, approximately 22 minutes.

Step 5

Embrace the tantalizing aromas wafting from the oven as your culinary masterpiece comes to life, ready to be savored and enjoyed with your loved ones.