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Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice

Quick Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice for a Vibrant Dinner

This Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice recipe features vibrant Mediterranean flavors, combining succulent chicken, fresh spinach, and nutritious chickpeas, all in one pot.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs skinless boneless
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for cooking
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes halved
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
For the Rice and Legumes
  • 4 cups Cooked Jasmine Rice
  • 1 can Canned Chickpeas drained
For the Feta Mixture
  • 3/4 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Oregano optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with oregano, paprika, salt, and red pepper flakes. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5 minutes until golden. Flip and cook until 165°F. Remove and rest.
  2. In the same skillet, add grape tomatoes and garlic. Sauté for 2 minutes until softened. Add salt and oregano, then fold in spinach until wilted.
  3. Add the cooked jasmine rice and chickpeas to the skillet. Break up rice clumps while mixing. Drizzle with lemon juice and heat for 2-3 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, mix feta cheese with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and oregano until chunky. This will finish the dish tastefully.
  5. Slice the chicken and return to the skillet. Fold in half of the feta mixture, adjust seasoning, and top with remaining feta before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in airtight containers in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat on the stovetop, adding moisture as needed.

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