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Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice

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A quick and easy one-pot meal featuring tender chicken thighs, zesty lemon, and fragrant herbs, perfect for the whole family.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lb skinless, boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 oz grape tomatoes (sliced in half)
  • 5 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 5 oz fresh spinach (chopped)
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • 15 oz chickpeas (canned and drained)
  • 6 oz feta cheese (cubed)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano (optional)
  • Fresh oregano for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix chicken thighs with 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon paprika, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then cook chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
  2. In the same pot, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil, then add sliced grape tomatoes and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until tomatoes soften. Stir in another teaspoon of oregano and ¼ teaspoon salt. Add chopped spinach and let it wilt for a minute.
  3. Add freshly squeezed lemon juice, cooked jasmine rice, and drained chickpeas to the mixture, stirring until well combined and heated through.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine cubed feta cheese, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and ¼ teaspoon dried oregano. Mix gently.
  5. Return cooked chicken to the pot, stirring gently. Top with prepared feta cheese mixture and garnish with fresh oregano.

Notes

For a dairy-free option, omit the feta or use a dairy-free alternative. For gluten sensitivity, this dish is naturally gluten-free.

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