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Mega Greek Chicken & Rice Platter

Juicy lemon-herb marinated chicken served over fluffy rice with fresh vegetables and creamy tzatziki.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

Greek Chicken
  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
Lemon Rice
  • 1.5 cups long-grain rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 0.5 tsp salt
Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 0.5 cup cucumber grated
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Skillet or grill pan
  • Saucepan
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and marinate at least 30 minutes.
  2. Rinse rice. Bring broth, olive oil, salt, and lemon zest to a boil. Add rice, cover, and simmer until tender. Fluff and stir in lemon juice.
  3. Combine yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt to make tzatziki. Refrigerate until needed.
  4. Heat skillet or grill pan over medium-high. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Rest and slice.
  5. Assemble platter with rice, chicken, vegetables, and tzatziki. Garnish and serve.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken overnight and serve with warm pita or fresh salad.