COUNTRY FRENCH CHICKEN AND RICE

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A simple herb marinade adds fabulous flavor to chicken thighs and rice to a savory casserole.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 3h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained
2 tablespoons herbes de Provence
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 teaspoon salt
8 bone-in chicken thighs, skin and fat removed (about 2 lb)
1 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms
1 cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice
1 medium carrot, shredded (3/4 cup)
2 cups boiling water
1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel

Steps:

  • In heavy-duty 1-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix tomatoes, herbes de Provence, oil, lemon juice, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt. Add chicken thighs and mushrooms; seal bag. Turn to coat thighs and mushrooms in marinade. Refrigerate 2 to 24 hours.
  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Place rice, carrot and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in baking dish; stir in boiling water. Place chicken thighs, mushrooms and marinade evenly over rice mixture.
  • Cover with foil. Bake 50 to 60 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and juice of chicken is no longer pink when centers of thickest pieces are cut. Sprinkle with parsley and lemon peel.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 360 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

Jane Butler
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I made this recipe for a potluck dinner, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the creamy sauce and the tender chicken. The rice was also cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again for my next potluck.


Slayy BeomHan
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This is the best chicken and rice recipe I've ever tried. I'll definitely be making it again.


Mari
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I was pleasantly surprised at how easy this recipe was to make. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to follow the instructions easily and the dish turned out great. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I


Ricky Foley
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This is my new favorite chicken and rice recipe. It's so easy to make and so delicious.


Nduduzo Xolani Khoza
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I made this recipe for my family last night, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy, flavorful sauce and the tender chicken. The rice was also cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Anjan Khanal
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This is the best chicken and rice recipe I've ever had. I'll definitely be making it again.


Juice Baby
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The creamy sauce is so flavorful, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly. The rice is also cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for an easy an


Alex Botea
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This recipe is a keeper. It's easy to make, delicious, and everyone loves it.


Rhuari Brown
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I was looking for a new chicken and rice recipe to try, and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I made it! The creamy sauce is amazing, and the chicken is so tender. The rice is also cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Sion Thomas
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This is the best chicken and rice recipe I've ever tried. I'll definitely be making it again.


Tricks Zone
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I made this recipe for a potluck dinner, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the creamy sauce and the tender chicken. The rice was also cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again for my next potluck.


Ntefune Dominic
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This is my new favorite chicken and rice recipe. It's so flavorful and comforting.


Nomfundo Gcabashe
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I was pleasantly surprised at how easy this recipe was to make. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to follow the instructions easily and the dish turned out great. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I


Alexande Delatina
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So easy to make and so delicious. Will definitely make it again!


Wendy Ann
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I made this recipe for my family last night, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy, flavorful sauce and the tender chicken. The rice was also cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Marley Valenzuela
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Yum, yum, yum!


Haseeb Khan swati
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly, the rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I especially loved the addition of the vegetables, which added a nice crunch and freshness to the dish.