Chicken Drumsticks Broccoli Pan (Print)
Tasty chicken legs and cheesy broccoli rice all cook in one pan. It’s a super simple and cozy dinner idea when you want something easy.
# Ingredients:
→ Poultry
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6 chicken drumsticks
→ Rice and Seasoning
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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2 boxes rice mix with broccoli and cheddar
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1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
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0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
→ Vegetables
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2 cups broccoli florets—use frozen or fresh, either works
→ Fats and Oils
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2 tablespoons butter
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2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Liquids
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5 cups water
→ Garnish
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A handful of chopped parsley for topping if you want it
# Steps:
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Let the pan sit for about 10 minutes when it comes out of the oven. Gently toss the rice with a fork. If you feel fancy, sprinkle some parsley on top.
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Move the whole skillet into your hot oven. Don't cover it. Leave it in for 45 minutes. Chicken should be cooked through—the middle should reach 74°C—and the rice will soak up all the water.
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Scatter your broccoli on top of the rice. Lay the seared drumsticks over everything.
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Pour in the 5 cups of water, toss in those cheese packets from both rice boxes, and give it a stir. Let it start bubbling gently.
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Turn the heat to medium and drop in your butter. When it's melted, pour in the rice mix and stir for a minute or two so the rice gets coated.
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Put the other tablespoon of olive oil in a big oven-friendly pan and turn the heat to medium-high. Let the chicken brown all over—about 3-4 minutes on each side. Move them onto a plate for now.
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Toss your drumsticks in a bowl with the salt, paprika, garlic powder, adobo, cumin, thyme, oregano, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Make sure each piece gets covered, including under the skin.
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Heat your oven to 190°C. Get all your stuff measured and ready before you start cooking.
# Notes:
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Spread out the drumsticks—they shouldn't overlap. Poke one with a thermometer to double check it's cooked.