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Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice

  • Author: skinytaste-net
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A comforting one-pan meal featuring crispy chicken and fluffy, lemon-scented rice that’s perfect for weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1½–2 lb total)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (fresh is best)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup long-grain rice (basmati or standard long-grain)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
  3. Rub both sides of each breast with olive oil.
  4. Mix oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Season the chicken evenly.
  5. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  6. Add the chicken breasts and sear 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  7. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  8. Pour the chicken broth into the skillet. Scrape the bottom of the pan to loosen browned bits.
  9. Stir in the lemon juice and bring the broth to a gentle simmer.
  10. Add the rice to the skillet and stir to distribute it evenly.
  11. Nest the seared chicken breasts on top of the rice.
  12. Cover the skillet and transfer it to the oven.
  13. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the rice is tender and the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  14. Remove from oven and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
  15. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the chicken and rice. Serve warm.

Notes

For a Greek touch, add crumbled feta and Kalamata olives. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and use within 3–4 days.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: chicken, lemon, rice, one-pan meal, Greek

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