Put the olive oil, garlic, and chicken thigh pieces in a 6 quart dutch oven. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
Add the vegan buttery spread, salt, pepper, and spices. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the mushrooms start to get browned.
Add the rice and broth, and bring to a boil. Stir to make sure the rice isn't sticking to the bottom of the pan. Reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 25 minutes, until the rice is tender.
Fluff the rice with a fork, and serve! You can top this with hot sauce or nutritional yeast if you want to add a little more flavor.
Notes
Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container. They should stay fresh for about 3 days.If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use any pot that has a lid.