Forgotten Chicken
Forgotten Chicken is a simple, yet flavorful dish that combines chicken with a variety of ingredients to create a tender, savory meal that practically cooks itself. Perfect for a busy weeknight, just throw everything in the pot and let it simmer.
Equipment
- 1 slow cooker
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 tongs
- 1 cutting board
- 1 knife
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs About 2 pounds.
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes With juice.
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 medium onion Chopped.
- 2 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas Add in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the chicken thighs on both sides for about 3-4 minutes, then remove them from the skillet and set them aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rice, diced tomatoes (including juice), chicken broth, chopped onion, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Pour the rice mixture into the slow cooker.
- Place the browned chicken thighs on top of the rice mixture in the slow cooker.
- Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 6 hours.
- In the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the frozen peas to the slow cooker, stirring gently to incorporate.
- Once cooking is complete, check the internal temperature of the chicken to ensure it has reached at least 165°F. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
- Optional: Serve with a side salad or bread to complete the meal.
Notes
You can substitute boneless chicken thighs if you prefer.
Feel free to add other vegetables, such as bell peppers or carrots, for added flavor and nutrition.
This dish can be served with a side salad or bread to complete the meal.