One Pan Mediterranean Chicken Dish (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Seasoning
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½ teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon paprika
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½ teaspoon turmeric powder
→ Chicken marinade
09 -
2 chicken breasts sliced (yields 4 pieces)
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2 teaspoons lemon juice
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2 teaspoons olive oil
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4 teaspoons of prepared seasoning
→ Chicken and rice preparation
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2 teaspoons olive oil
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1 onion, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon garlic, finely chopped
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1 cup rice, rinsed and soaked in water for 30 minutes
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2 ¼ cups low sodium chicken broth
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1 bay leaf
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1-inch cinnamon stick
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1 teaspoon lemon juice
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½ cup frozen peas
# Instructions:
01 -
Combine dried thyme, oregano, black pepper, cumin, garlic powder, salt, paprika, and turmeric powder in a mixing bowl. Set aside.
02 -
Slice chicken breasts in half or pound them to even thickness. Add 2 teaspoons of the prepared seasoning, lemon juice, and olive oil. Rub gently on both sides and marinate for 30 minutes.
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Rinse the rice thoroughly with water 2-3 times and soak in water for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside. Finely chop onions and garlic.
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Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Place the marinated chicken onto the pan and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side. The chicken doesn't need to be fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pan, add chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Add garlic, stir, and cook for 30 seconds.
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Add rice and 4 teaspoons of the seasoning to the pan. Sauté for 1 minute to coat the rice evenly.
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Pour in chicken broth, add bay leaf, cinnamon stick, and lemon juice. Gently scrape the bottom of the pan to deglaze.
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Bring the broth to a boil and adjust seasoning as needed. Add peas, if using. Return the chicken to the pan, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until the rice absorbs all liquid.
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Once cooked, keep the pan covered for 10 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with fresh coriander leaves, and serve with a salad on the side.
# Notes:
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Marinating the chicken enhances flavor and tenderness.