Description
A refreshing and flavorful dish perfect for spring, featuring tender Greek chicken served over zesty lemon rice.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the rice to the skillet and stir to coat with the oil and garlic.
- Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Bring to a boil.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the chicken is tender.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
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Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and herbs for a few hours before cooking.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed vegetables.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg