Description
Discover a flavorful escape to the Mediterranean with this Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice recipe! Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pot wonder combines tender chicken, zesty lemon-infused jasmine rice, vibrant vegetables, and protein-packed chickpeas. It’s an effortless dish perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its fresh herbs and spices, this healthy meal caters to various dietary preferences—just omit the feta for a dairy-free option. Enjoy the harmonious blend of flavors that will have your family asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 15 ounces canned chickpeas
- 5 ounces fresh spinach
- 8 ounces grape tomatoes
- 6 ounces feta cheese (optional)
- Fresh lemon juice
- Olive oil and spices (oregano, paprika, salt)
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with oregano, paprika, salt, and red pepper flakes. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until fully cooked (165°F/74°C). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil, tomatoes, garlic, oregano, and salt; cook until tomatoes soften. Stir in spinach until wilted.
- Add cooked rice and chickpeas; mix well with lemon juice and remaining tomatoes. Reheat briefly.
- Combine feta cheese with olive oil and lemon juice in a bowl; stir into rice mixture along with sliced chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg