Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice, a quick and delicious one-pot meal that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, combining tender chicken, zesty lemon-infused rice, fresh spinach, and chickpeas for a nutrient-rich experience. With its versatility, you can easily adapt it to meet various dietary preferences, making it a family favorite. Enjoy the delightful mix of textures and flavors that come together in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb skinless boneless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 oz grape tomatoes, sliced in half
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 5 oz fresh spinach, chopped
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 15 oz canned chickpeas, drained
- 6 oz feta cheese, diced into small cubes
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano (optional)
- Fresh oregano for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with oregano, paprika, salt, and red pepper flakes. Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for about 10 minutes until seared and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- In the same skillet, sauté half of the grape tomatoes and garlic until softened. Add spinach, cooked rice, chickpeas, lemon juice, and remaining tomatoes; stir to combine.
- Prepare feta mixture by combining feta cheese with olive oil and lemon juice in a bowl.
- Mix half of the feta into the rice mixture, return chicken to skillet to warm through, then top with remaining feta before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg