Chicken, herbs, and lemon meet fluffy rice for a savory, hearty bite packed with freshness and comfort.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main
01 - 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 cups long-grain white rice
→ Aromatics
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
→ Seasonings
05 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
06 - 2 teaspoons dried oregano
07 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
08 - 1 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Liquids
10 - 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 - 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until lightly golden, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from pan and set aside.
03 - Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the same skillet. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
04 - Stir in rice, lemon zest, and juice. Cook for 1 minute, allowing rice to toast slightly and absorb flavors.
05 - Pour chicken broth into skillet and bring to a gentle boil. Return chicken breasts to the pan, nestling them into the rice.
06 - Reduce heat to low, cover skillet, and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
07 - Remove skillet from heat. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top before serving.
