Baked Chicken with Rice

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My own recipe, born out of desperation due to a lack of Rice-a-Roni. If I do say so myself, this is some darned good eating! (Measurements are approximate, because that's the only way I cook; the amount of liquid makes it a very creamy & rich dish.)

Baked Chicken & Rice

7 or 8 chicken thighs, skin removed
1 c. uncooked rice
2 c. boiling water
1 c. white wine mixed with sherry (half of each is good)
½ c. butter
½ c. heavy cream
1 stalk celery, diced
1 carrot, diced
2 shallots, diced
About 1 t. each (dried measurement, not fresh):
basil
thyme
marjoram
sage
black pepper
salt
¼ t. or so of tarragon
good sprinkle of Tony Chachere's (about ½ t.) or any creole seasoning

Put water, wine, cream, butter, vegetables, & herbs into dutch oven, stir. Add rice, then chicken.

Bake, covered, at about 350F for ½ hour, then stir the rice around some. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, stir again. It may need to bake another 20 minutes or so; check every 5-10 minutes (depends on your oven).

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1. wow

That recipe sounds really good. I'll have to try it sometime. Thanks!