Prep the Chicken:Pat chicken dry with paper towels...
Oven-Sauté the Aromatics:Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)...
Layer the Rice & Chicken:Remove the skillet from the oven...
Bake to Perfection:Cover tightly with foil...
Rest and Serve:Let the dish rest 5 minutes...
Notes
Calories are estimated based on bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and standard ingredient measurements. For lower calories: Remove chicken skin before seasoning or reduce butter by half.