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Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice

Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice
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Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice is a vibrant one-pot meal that brings the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean right to your dining table. This dish features succulent chicken thighs seasoned to perfection, paired with zesty lemon rice infused with garlic, spinach, and chickpeas. The addition of creamy feta cheese elevates the entire experience, making it both nourishing and satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe is quick and easy to prepare, requiring just 30 minutes from start to finish. Delight your family and friends with this flavorful dish that seamlessly combines healthy ingredients into a delicious meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lb skinless, boneless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
  • 8 oz grape tomatoes
  • 5 cloves garlic
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • 15 oz canned chickpeas
  • 5 oz fresh spinach
  • 6 oz feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Season chicken thighs with oregano, paprika, salt, and red pepper flakes. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for 10 minutes until done.
  2. In the same skillet, sauté half of the grape tomatoes with minced garlic for 2 minutes. Stir in spinach until wilted then add rice and chickpeas along with lemon juice.
  3. Mix half of the feta cheese with olive oil and lemon juice in a bowl. Fold it into the rice mixture.
  4. Slice cooked chicken thighs and combine them into the skillet. Top with remaining feta cheese before serving.

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