Mediterranean Chicken and Rice Skillet
A flavorful and hearty Mediterranean Chicken and Rice Skillet that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. This dish combines tender chicken, aromatic spices, and colorful vegetables all cooked in one pan for easy cleanup.
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Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
- (1 lb) chicken breast, diced
- (2 cups) long-grain rice
- (4 cups) chicken broth
- (1) medium onion, chopped
- (3 cloves) garlic, minced
- (1 cup) bell pepper, diced
- (1 cup) cherry tomatoes, halved
- (1/2 cups) black olives, sliced
- (1 tsp) dried oregano
- (1 tsp) dried thyme
- (1/2 tsp) paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- (2 tbsp) olive oil
- (1/4 cups) fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- 2
Add 1 lb of diced chicken breast to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
In the same skillet, add 1 medium chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- 5
Add 1 cup of diced bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes until softened.
- 6
Stir in 2 cups of long-grain rice, 1 tsp of dried oregano, 1 tsp of dried thyme, and 1/2 tsp of paprika. Mix well to coat the rice with the spices.
- 7
Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- 8
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- 9
After 15 minutes, stir in the cooked chicken, 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes, and 1/2 cup of sliced black olives.
- 10
Cover and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- 11
Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley before serving.
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