Description
Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice is a vibrant dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. Marinated in zesty lemon juice, fresh garlic, and herbs, the chicken pairs beautifully with fluffy rice infused with chicken broth and citrus. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe promises to impress your family and friends while being easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Rinse rice under cold water until clear. In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté chopped onions until translucent.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in rinsed rice and salt; reduce heat to low and cover tightly. Simmer for 18-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat; cook marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Fluff cooked rice with a fork and fold in sliced chicken. Squeeze additional lemon juice on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg