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One-Pan Lemon Garlic Chicken and Rice

Juicy lemon-garlic chicken thighs and fluffy rice cooked together in a single pan for an easy complete meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 490
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup long-grain rice rinsed
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lemon juice + zest
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Chopped parsley to serve

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high and sear the chicken 3-4 minutes per side until golden. Remove to a plate.
  2. Lower the heat to medium. Add the garlic and rice and stir 1 minute to toast.
  3. Add the broth, lemon juice, zest and oregano; stir and bring to a simmer.
  4. Nestle the chicken back in, cover, and cook on low for 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the chicken reaches 165F (74C).
  5. Rest, covered, 5 minutes. Fluff the rice, scatter with parsley and serve.

Notes

Add a handful of frozen peas or spinach in the last 5 minutes for a one-pan vegetable boost.