Description

A zesty Mediterranean-inspired one-pan dish featuring juicy herb-marinated chicken thighs, lemon-infused rice, and sweet roasted cherry tomatoes. Perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Juice and zest of 1 lemon

1 cup long grain white rice

2 cups chicken broth

1 cup cherry tomatoes

1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Lemon wedges for serving

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and zest to make a marinade.
Rub the marinade all over the chicken thighs and let sit for at least 15 minutes (up to 4 hours refrigerated for deeper flavor).
In a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish, spread the uncooked rice evenly on the bottom.
Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the red onion slices.
Place the marinated chicken thighs skin-side up on top of the rice.
Scatter the cherry tomatoes around the chicken.
Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15–20 minutes, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and rice is tender.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Swap chicken thighs for boneless skinless chicken breasts for a leaner option.

Add kalamata olives or crumbled feta for extra Mediterranean flavor.

Use par-cooked brown rice if substituting for white rice.

Add spinach or chopped zucchini before baking for extra veggies.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade for a spicy kick.

Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat with a splash of water to maintain rice texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 465
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 29g
Cholesterol: 125mg