Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice
- Season the chicken thighs generously with dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and red pepper flakes. Let it sit for about 10 minutes while you heat your skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add a tablespoon of olive oil to the preheated skillet. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil if needed, then toss in the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until golden and fragrant. Add halved tomatoes, a pinch of oregano, and salt, cooking for 2 minutes.
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Meanwhile, prepare jasmine rice according to package instructions in a separate pot and drain canned chickpeas.
- Once the spinach has wilted, gently fold in the cooked jasmine rice and drained chickpeas into the skillet. Mix thoroughly.
- Incorporate lemon juice into the rice mixture and stir well. Drizzle with more olive oil and adjust seasoning if needed.
- In a small bowl, combine crumbled feta with a splash of olive oil, lemon juice, and finely chopped fresh oregano. Mix gently.
- Slice the seared chicken and arrange it over the rice mixture. Sprinkle half of the feta topping over the dish.
- Cover and heat for 1-2 minutes on low. Serve warm, garnished with remaining feta topping and fresh oregano.
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Notes
Ensure even cooking by using uniformly sized chicken thighs. Fresh ingredients enhance flavor significantly. Taste as you cook to adjust seasoning.
