Combine 2 teaspoons of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ½ teaspoon of black pepper in a small bowl. Mix well.
Set 2 pounds of chicken thighs on a plate. Evenly sprinkle the seasoning on the chicken thighs.
Heat a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the seasoned chicken thighs to the pan. Sear the chicken until browned on each side, about 4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pan.
Add 1 cup of white rice and 2 cups of chicken broth to the skillet. Scrape any bits off the bottom of the pan, and bring it to a boil.
Add the chicken back to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes. Top with chopped cilantro and serve.