Description
A flavorful Greek chicken and lemon rice dish that’s easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 cups rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add chicken thighs and cook until browned on both sides.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add rice to the pan and stir for 2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice.
- Place chicken back in the pan.
- Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked.
- Fluff rice with a fork before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.
- Replace chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Greek chicken, lemon rice, chicken recipe, easy dinner