Cilantro Lime Chicken with Rice

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Season the chicken legs with salt and pepper to taste.

4. 4

   Add the chicken legs to the skillet and sear until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.

5. 5

   In the same skillet, add the chopped yellow onion and diced carrots. Sauté until the onion is translucent and the carrots are tender, about 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

7. 7

   Stir in the rice and cook for 1-2 minutes to lightly toast the rice.

8. 8

   Add 2 cups of water, the bay leaf, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil.

9. 9

   Return the chicken legs to the skillet, nestling them into the rice mixture.

10. 10

    Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer to the preheated oven.

11. 11

    Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.

12. 12

    Remove the skillet from the oven and discard the bay leaf.

13. 13

    Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice.

14. 14

    Serve the cilantro lime chicken with rice hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.