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Easy Greek Lemon Chicken with Flavorful Rice Recipe That Wins Hearts

Easy Greek Lemon Chicken with Flavorful Rice Recipe
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Easy Greek Lemon Chicken with Flavorful Rice Recipe that brings homemade zesty meals to your table in minutestaste happiness in every bite

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1 pound), trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed under cold water until the water runs clear
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 lemons, zested and juiced (about 1/4 cup juice)
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth, warmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

    • Instructions

  • Dice the onion, mince the garlic, zest and juice the lemons, and rinse the rice thoroughly.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, oregano, and cumin. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken and sear each side until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
  • In the same pan, add the diced onions and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  • Stir the rinsed rice into the onion and garlic mixture. Let it toast lightly for 2 minutes while stirring occasionally.
  • Pour in the warmed chicken broth and the lemon juice and zest. Stir well to combine. Scrape any browned bits off the bottom of the pan to incorporate all the flavor.
  • Place the browned chicken thighs on top of the rice mixture. Cover with a tight-fitting lid. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
  • Once done, turn off the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes to allow the rice to absorb all the juices and keep the chicken juicy.
  • Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top and drizzle a little more olive oil if desired before serving.

    • Notes

    This easy Greek lemon chicken with flavorful rice recipe is a comforting and flavorful one-pan meal combining tender chicken thighs, bright lemon notes, and herb-packed savory rice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep with minimal cleanup.

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