Description
One Pot Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice is a delightful, flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This simple yet satisfying recipe combines juicy marinated chicken thighs with aromatic lemon-infused rice, all cooked together in one pot for minimal cleanup. The zesty lemon and savory herbs create a mouthwatering meal that will impress your family or guests. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this recipe is not only quick but also versatile enough for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Serve it up family-style or with fresh salad and tzatziki for a complete Mediterranean experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 chicken thighs, skin on, bone in
- 1 – 2 lemons (zest + juice)
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- ¾ cup water
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in lemon zest, juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and olive oil for at least 20 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; sauté diced onion until translucent.
- Sear marinated chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown on both sides.
- Stir in uncooked rice until coated; add broth and water with seasoning.
- Return chicken on top of the rice; cover and simmer on low for about 30-35 minutes.
- Let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing rice and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (~300g)
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 130mg