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One-Pot Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice Recipe

  • Author: David

Ingredients

  • Chicken Thighs or Breasts: 1.5 pounds, skinless and boneless

  • Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons

  • Garlic: 4 cloves, minced

  • Chicken Broth: 3 cups

  • White Rice: 1.5 cups, uncooked

  • Lemon Juice: 1/4 cup, freshly squeezed

  • Lemon Zest: Zest of 1 lemon

  • Fresh Herbs:

    • Rosemary: 1 tablespoon, chopped

    • Thyme: 1 tablespoon, chopped

    • Parsley: 1 tablespoon, chopped

  • Salt: 1 teaspoon

  • Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon

  • Onion: 1 medium, finely chopped

  • Butter: 2 tablespoons

  • Optional Garnishes:

    • Lemon slices

    • Extra parsley

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken thighs or breasts with salt and black pepper evenly on both sides.

  2. Sear the Chicken: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and sear each side for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.

  3. Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot, add butter and let it melt. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

  4. Add the Rice: Stir in the uncooked rice, mixing it with the aromatics to coat the grains.

  5. Incorporate the Liquid: Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients.

  6. Add Herbs: Mix in the chopped rosemary and thyme. This will infuse the rice with aromatic flavors.

  7. Return the Chicken: Place the seared chicken back into the pot, nestling it into the rice mixture.

  8. Simmer: Cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Allow the dish to simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.

  9. Final Touches: Once cooked, remove the pot from heat. Let it sit covered for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Sprinkle the dish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: one normal portion
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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