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Greek Chicken with Lemon Rice

Greek Chicken with Lemon Rice and Tomatoes

A fresh and flavorful Mediterranean-style chicken dish cooked with lemon rice and juicy tomatoes. Perfect for a balanced and easy one-pan meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup rice
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and herbs
  2. Sear in olive oil until golden, then remove
  3. Sauté garlic and toast rice
  4. Add broth, lemon juice, and zest
  5. Add tomatoes and place chicken on top
  6. Cover and cook until rice is tender
  7. Rest, garnish with parsley, and serve

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon for best results
  • Let rice rest before serving
  • Add feta for extra flavor