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Herb-Roasted Chicken with Corn Rice and Veggies

This easy Herb-Roasted Chicken with Corn Rice and Veggies combines juicy chicken with flavorful herbs and buttery corn rice, making it the perfect cozy meal for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces chicken drumsticks Look for thighs and drumsticks with a nice color and fresh appearance.
  • 1 piece chicken thigh
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt & black pepper Season well for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
For the Corn Rice
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice Alternatively, can use any long-grain rice or quinoa.
  • 1/2 cup sweet corn Brightens the dish with color and sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon butter Can substitute with a vegan alternative.
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup broccoli florets Steam until bright green and tender.
  • 2 pieces carrots, grated For the creamy slaw.
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or Greek yogurt For slaw; can use a vegan alternative.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure even roasting.
  2. Season the chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Place the seasoned chicken in a baking dish.
Roasting
  1. Roast the chicken in the oven for 35-40 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
Making Corn Rice
  1. In a bowl, combine cooked jasmine rice, butter, sweet corn, and parsley. Mix until butter melts and coats the rice.
Preparing Veggies
  1. In another bowl, mix grated carrots with mayonnaise or yogurt for a creamy slaw.
  2. Steam the broccoli until it's bright green and tender, then toss with mayonnaise or yogurt.
Serving
  1. Arrange the roasted chicken on a plate with corn rice, creamy carrot slaw, and broccoli.

Notes

For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight with the spices. To improve texture, sear the chicken skin before roasting.