Greek Chicken and Rice Skillet
Greek Chicken and Rice Skillet is a vibrant one-pan dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. Tender chicken, fluffy rice, and zesty herbs come together in a colorful skillet, creating a delightful meal perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. With minimal cleanup required, this dish allows you to savor the flavors of Greece while spending quality time with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients. Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Cook chicken pieces for about 5 minutes until golden brown, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add rice and chicken broth; stir well. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice absorbs liquid.
- Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and oregano.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (~325g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg