Greek Chicken Lemon Rice Tomatoes (Printable Version)
Mediterranean-style skillet with chicken, lemon rice, tomatoes, chickpeas, and feta for vibrant, fresh flavor.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
01 -
1 tablespoon paprika
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1 tablespoon garlic powder
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2 teaspoons dried oregano
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0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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0.25 teaspoon salt
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0.25 teaspoon black pepper
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680 grams chicken breasts, skinless and boneless, diced
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2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Lemon Rice
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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150 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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0.25 teaspoon salt
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0.25 teaspoon black pepper
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60 grams spinach, chopped
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340 grams basmati rice, cooked
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425 grams canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
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1 lemon, juiced
→ Cheese
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120 grams feta cheese, crumbled
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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0.25 teaspoon dried oregano
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2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
→ Garnish
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Lemon, cut into wedges
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Fresh dill, chopped
# Steps:
01 -
Mix paprika, garlic powder, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Toss diced chicken breasts thoroughly in the spice mixture.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add olive oil, then add the spiced chicken. Sear for 4 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
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Add olive oil to the empty skillet. Sauté cherry tomatoes, garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper for 2 minutes until tomatoes soften.
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Add chopped spinach and cook for an additional 2 minutes until wilted.
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Add cooked basmati rice and chickpeas. Stir to combine. Add lemon juice and cook for 2-3 minutes.
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In a separate bowl, combine crumbled feta cheese, extra virgin olive oil, dried oregano, and fresh dill.
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Stir half of the cheese mixture into the skillet. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and heat through.
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Remove from heat. Sprinkle the remaining cheese mixture over the dish. Garnish with lemon wedges and chopped fresh dill. Serve immediately, squeezing extra lemon juice to taste.
# Notes:
01 -
Ensure not to overcook the chicken; remove from heat as soon as fully cooked to maintain juiciness.
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Using freshly squeezed lemon enhances the brightness of the dish.