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Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice

Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice: A Zesty Mediterranean Feast

This Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice recipe is a flavorful and quick option for dinner, featuring tender chicken and zesty lemon-infused rice.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken thighs or breasts Skinless for juiciness
  • 1/4 cup Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute avocado or grapeseed oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Adjust quantity if using dried
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Rice
  • 1 cup White rice Can use brown rice, increase cooking time
  • 2 cups Chicken broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice
  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine skinless chicken thighs or breasts with fresh lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil. Cook each side for about 5-7 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and let it rest.
  3. Prepare the Rice: In the same skillet, add uncooked white rice and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently. Pour in chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a boil.
  4. Simmer the Rice: Reduce heat to low and cover the skillet. Allow rice to simmer for about 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is fluffy. Let it sit covered for another 5 minutes.
  5. Combine Chicken and Rice: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet on top of rice. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and heat together for about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Fluff the rice with a fork to incorporate the chicken. Garnish with freshly chopped herbs if desired and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the chicken overnight and avoid overcrowding the skillet when cooking.

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