Description
One Pot Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Greece right to your table. This one-pot wonder features juicy chicken thighs simmered with fragrant lemon-infused rice, creating a comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With minimal cleanup required, this recipe is not only delicious but also convenient. The combination of zesty lemon, aromatic oregano, and tender chicken guarantees a satisfying experience that will have everyone asking for seconds. Enjoy it with a side of fresh salad or tzatziki for a complete Mediterranean feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 chicken thighs (skin on, bone in)
- 1–2 lemons (zest + 4 tbsp juice)
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 small onion (finely diced)
- 1 cup long grain rice (uncooked)
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in a ziplock bag with lemon zest, juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and olive oil for at least 20 minutes (or overnight).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Sauté onion until soft; add garlic until fragrant.
- Brown marinated chicken thighs skin-side down for about 5 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken temporarily; add rice, broth, water, oregano, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and zest to the skillet. Stir well.
- Return chicken to the skillet on top of rice mixture. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes until rice is tender.
- Let sit covered for five minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley or extra lemon zest if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg