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Lemon Herb Rice and Chicken

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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Optional: lemon slices for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high; add chicken and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Cook 7-8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Remove chicken; add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and garlic.
  4. Cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Stir in cooked rice.
  6. Add lemon juice, zest, oregano, and thyme.
  7. Return chicken; stir until heated through.
  8. Remove from heat; stir in parsley.
  9. Garnish with optional lemon slices.
  10. Serve warm.

Notes

Feel free to add veggies like spinach, bell peppers, or peas for extra nutrition and color. This dish is perfect for meal prep and makes great leftovers. Just reheat and enjoy. You can use chicken thighs instead of breasts for an even juicier option.