Juicy and Flavorful Baked Chicken and Rice

0 Preheat the oven to 350 F.
1 Add the rinsed rice, broth (or water), and the sea salt to a 3-quart Dutch oven or enameled cast iron with a matching lid and stir to combine.
2 Lay the chicken thighs on top of the rice. Be sure to create an even layer over the rice with the chicken, and try not to push the chicken down into the rice.
3 Sprinkle the dish with your seasoning blend of choice.
4 Cover the pot with its lid, then bake for 45 minutes. After the 45 minutes is up, uncover the dish and bake for 10 more minutes, until the rice is fully cooked through and the chicken is slightly browned on top.
5 Remove the dish from the oven, then garnish with lemon or lime juice and fresh herbs, if using, and enjoy!