Garlic Butter Chicken Thighs with Broccoli Rice

Preparing the Chicken Thighs 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2.Pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.

3.In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

4.Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and sear until golden brown on both sides.

5.Transfer the chicken thighs to a baking dish and add butter on top of each thigh.

6.Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy.

Making Broccoli Rice 1. In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until aromatic.

8.2. Add the grated broccoli to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.

9.3. Pour in the rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until the rice is cooked.

10.4. Fluff the rice with a fork and season with salt and pepper.

Plating the Dish 1. Serve the garlic butter chicken thighs on a bed of broccoli rice.

12.2. Garnish with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan, if desired.

Enjoy! Savor the delicious flavors of the garlic butter chicken thighs paired with the aromatic broccoli rice. A satisfying meal ready to be enjoyed!

14.Note: You can customize this dish by adding your favorite herbs and spices to the chicken thighs or mixing in additional veggies to the broccoli rice for extra flavor.