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Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice

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A flavorful and comforting dish featuring tender chicken thighs paired with fragrant lemon rice. The combination of zesty lemon, savory chicken, and aromatic herbs makes this dish a true crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano.
  • Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Flip the chicken and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • Add the rice to the same skillet and stir to coat it in the remaining oil and juices.
  • Add garlic powder, cumin, chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir well.
  • Place the chicken thighs on top of the rice.
  • Cover the skillet with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to crisp the chicken skin.
  • Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • This dish pairs wonderfully with a side of roasted vegetables or a Greek salad.
  • For an even more flavorful rice, use homemade chicken broth.
  • You can substitute the bone-in chicken thighs with boneless thighs, but adjust the cooking time as they will cook faster.

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