Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice, a one-pot wonder that brings the essence of the Mediterranean right to your dinner table. This dish combines tender chicken thighs, zesty lemon, and nutritious vegetables with fluffy jasmine rice, making it an ideal choice for both busy weeknights and relaxed weekend gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can create a meal that’s not only delicious but also healthy—packed with protein from chicken and chickpeas, fiber from spinach, and infused with aromatic herbs. Cleanup is a breeze since everything cooks in one pan, allowing you to savor every bite without the hassle. Garnished with creamy feta cheese and fresh oregano, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb skinless, boneless chicken thighs
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 8 oz grape tomatoes
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- 15 oz canned chickpeas
- 6 oz feta cheese
- Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with oregano, paprika, salt, and red pepper flakes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for about 10 minutes until fully cooked (165°F/74°C). Set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté tomatoes and garlic for 2 minutes. Add spinach until wilted.
- Stir in rice and chickpeas; mix in lemon juice and remaining tomatoes.
- Prepare feta mixture by combining feta cheese with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Incorporate half of the feta mixture into the skillet with rice before adding sliced chicken back to reheat.
- Top with remaining feta mixture and garnish with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 380g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg