Description
One Pot Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice is a delightful, easy-to-make dish that embodies the vibrant flavors of Greece in a simple format. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe offers a comforting meal with minimal cleanup. The chicken is marinated with zesty lemon, aromatic oregano, and garlic, enhancing its flavor as it cooks over fluffy rice, which absorbs all the savory juices. This one-pot wonder not only maximizes taste but also simplifies your cooking experience, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
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- 5 chicken thighs (skin on, bone-in)
- 1 – 2 lemons (zest + 4 tbsp juice)
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 small onion (finely diced)
- 1 cup long grain rice (uncooked)
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 0.75 cup water
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by combining it with lemon zest, juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and olive oil in a ziplock bag. Let it sit for at least 20 minutes or overnight.
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat, sauté the diced onions in olive oil until translucent.
- Add uncooked rice and lightly toast it before pouring in the chicken broth and water.
- Layer marinated chicken thighs on top of the rice mixture and season with additional spices.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for about 50 minutes until the rice is tender and has absorbed all liquids.
- Let it rest covered for 5 minutes before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg