Description
30 Minutes Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that combines tender marinated chicken with zesty lemon-infused rice. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a delightful family dinner, this quick yet satisfying recipe bursts with Mediterranean flavors, making it a go-to meal for any occasion. Get ready for juicy chicken and fluffy rice in just half an hour!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup basmati rice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, bring chicken broth to a simmer. Add rice, stir gently, cover, and cook on low until the liquid is absorbed (about 15 minutes).
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Sear marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Pour reserved marinade over chicken; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until thickened and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Fluff rice with a fork and serve alongside the chicken. Add extra lemon juice if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg