Description
Discover the perfect balance of zesty lemon, fragrant herbs, and tender chicken in one easy, flavor-packed dish. This Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice will become your go-to weeknight favorite.
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs.)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup long-grain white rice
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2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 lemon, zest and juice
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon dried rosemary
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Optional: ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Sear in olive oil 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, sauté onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
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Stir in rice, chicken broth, lemon juice, and zest. Add salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
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Nestle chicken into rice. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and chicken reaches 165°F.
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Sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish, cover 2-3 minutes, then fluff rice with a fork.
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Serve warm, optionally garnished with lemon wedges.
Notes
Pound thick chicken breasts for even cooking and quicker skillet searing.
For deeper lemon flavor, marinate overnight.
Add red pepper flakes to the marinade if you like a little heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American