One Pan Greek Chicken and Rice
Ingredients
- 6chicken thighs
or use chicken legs or breasts
- 2 tbsplemon juice
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 4 clovesgarlic
finely minced
- 1 tbsporegano
- 1 ½ tspsea salt
- to tasteblack pepper
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 1onion
minced
- 1green bell pepper
diced
- 1 crice
white, brown, or wild rice mix
- 1 ½ cchicken broth
- 1 ccherry tomatoes
- ½ cfeta cheese
- ½ cgreek olives
kalamata or castelvetranos
- 1lemon
sliced thinly
- italian parsley
to garnish, optional
Directions
Greek lemon chicken
- 1
Dry chicken thighs off with paper towels. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, and then sprinkle on the minced garlic, oregano, Kosher salt and black pepper. Cover and marinate for 1 hour up to overnight.
One pan greek chicken and rice
- 1
Preheat oven to 400º F.
- 2
Heat a dutch oven or cast iron braiser over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, then add 3 chicken thighs, skin-side down. Allow the skin of the thighs to brown well, pressing down to evenly cook the skin. Remove from the pan, and repeat with remaining chicken thighs. Do not overcrowd the pan, which will cause them to overcook before they begin to brown.
- 3
Drain most of the fat out of the skillet. Add the onions and green peppers, and sauté over medium high heat for about 10 minutes until softened.
- 4
Add the rice and chicken broth into the vegetable mixture, and bring the broth to a boil.
- 5
Turn off the burner, and nestle the chicken breasts on the top of the rice mixture. Cover the pan with the lid.
- 6
Transfer the cast iron pan to the oven and bake for 30 minutes, until rice is cooked.
- 7
Sprinkle the olives, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese over the chicken and rice. Add the lemon slices to the top of the dish.
- 8
Return to the oven, uncovered, and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes.
- 9
Garnish with chopped Italian parsley prior to serving, if desired.
One Pan Greek Chicken and Rice
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting and flavorful dinner that comes together effortlessly? This One Pan Greek Chicken and Rice is your answer, delivering authentic Mediterranean tastes with ingredients you likely already have on hand. It's the perfect solution for a hearty, satisfying meal without the fuss of multiple pots and pans. Once you try this simple recipe, you'll discover how easily it fits into your weekly rotation.
What makes this recipe truly special is its incredible simplicity combined with robust, fresh flavors. By cooking everything in a single pan, you infuse every grain of rice with the aromatic juices of lemon, garlic, and oregano, alongside tender chicken and sweet cherry tomatoes. It’s a smart way to achieve a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, maximizing flavor while minimizing cleanup.
Prepare for a dish where succulent chicken meets perfectly cooked rice, brightened by zesty lemon and earthy oregano. You'll experience delightful bursts of briny Greek olives and creamy, salty feta cheese, all beautifully complemented by tender bell pepper and sweet cherry tomatoes. This is a wonderfully balanced main course that feels gourmet yet is surprisingly simple to prepare, making it ideal for a relaxed family dinner. This robust recipe generously yields 6 satisfying servings, each contributing 482 calories.
Feel free to customize this Greek lemon chicken to your family's preferences. You can easily swap the chicken thighs for chicken legs or breasts, depending on what you have available. For the rice, you have the flexibility to use white, brown, or even a wild rice mix. When it comes to olives, choose between the rich, fruity notes of Kalamata or the milder, buttery flavor of Castelvetranos.
This delightful one pan Greek chicken dish is excellent for a family dinner or a casual gathering with friends. Serve it straight from the pan, garnished with fresh Italian parsley, for a rustic and inviting presentation. It's a complete meal on its own, needing no complex side dishes.