Ingredients
Directions 8 steps | 50 Minutes
Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Rub the chicken down with the ground turmeric.
![Pan Seared Chicken Thighs with Rice Recipe: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1670363258/recipes/DSCF1290_638fb8794f6c5.jpg)
In a large pot over medium heat, place two tablespoons of the oil. When the oil slightly smokes, place the chicken thighs skin (side down) and lower the heat to medium-low. Cook for 5-7 until the chicken is nicely browned. (See notes 1.)
![Pan Seared Chicken Thighs with Rice Recipe: In a large pot over medium heat, place two tablespoons of the oil.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1670363305/recipes/DSCF1302_638fb8a86d744.jpg)
While the chicken is browning, prepare the sofrito. In the bowl of a food processor, add the chopped green bell pepper, onion, tomatoes, garlic cloves and cilantro. Blend until pureed.
![Pan Seared Chicken Thighs with Rice Recipe: While the chicken is browning, prepare the sofrito.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1670363325/recipes/DSCF1291_638fb8bc75a00.jpg)
When the chicken is nicely browned, flip over the chicken and add the rice. Cook for 2 minutes.
![Pan Seared Chicken Thighs with Rice Recipe: When the chicken is nicely browned, flip over the chicken and add the rice.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1670363334/recipes/DSCF1304_638fb8c5e7a28.jpg)
Add the sofrito and cook for 3-4 minutes until the liquid is reduced by half.
![Pan Seared Chicken Thighs with Rice Recipe: Add the sofrito and cook for 3-4 minutes until the liquid is reduced by half.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1670363356/recipes/DSCF1312_638fb8db84802.jpg)
Add the water or chicken stock to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
![Pan Seared Chicken Thighs with Rice Recipe: Add the water or chicken stock to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1670363371/recipes/DSCF1314_638fb8ea6e80c.jpg)
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot. Cook for 20 minutes. Turn off the heat and let sit for 5 minutes.
![Pan Seared Chicken Thighs with Rice Recipe: Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1670363386/recipes/DSCF1317_638fb8f9b6236.jpg)
Serve with an iceberg tomato salad with a squeeze of lemon. Enjoy! (See notes 2.)
![Pan Seared Chicken Thighs with Rice Recipe: Serve with an iceberg tomato salad with a squeeze of lemon.](https://res.cloudinary.com/hz3gmuqw6/image/upload/c_fill,w_941,f_auto,q_10/v1670363433/recipes/DSCF1328_638fb9289a7a5.jpg)
Notes:
- You can grill the chicken as well browned skin side down for 5-6 minutes.
- An ice cold coke with lime is the perfect drink to pair with this delicious meal.
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