Description
Lemon Herb Chicken Rice is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken with aromatic herbs and zesty lemon flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of rice
- 1 pound of chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 2 lemons (juiced and zested)
- 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 4 cups of chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add chicken breast and brown on both sides.
- Stir in the rice, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes.
- Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and serve warm.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables.
- You can use brown rice for a healthier option.
- Adjust the lemon juice to your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Lemon Herb Chicken Rice