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One Pan Mediterranean Chicken And Rice
A flavorful and easy one-pan dish combining tender chicken, aromatic spices, and rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Spice Mix
- 0.5 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp turmeric powder
- 2 pieces chicken breast (sliced) ((gives you 4 pieces))
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 4 tsp seasoning
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic (finely chopped)
- 1 cup rice (rinsed and soaked in water for 30 minutes)
- 2.25 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
- 1 inch cinnamon
- 0.5 cup frozen peas
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan and sauté chopped onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add sliced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in spices, rice, chicken broth, bay leaf, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until rice is cooked.
- Stir in lemon juice and frozen peas, cook for 2-3 more minutes.
Notes
Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.