Zesty Grilled Greek Chicken with Lemon Rice
Savor the flavors of the Mediterranean with this zesty grilled Greek chicken paired with fluffy lemon rice, tender potatoes, and fresh tomatoes. Easy, healthy, and ready in 45 minutes!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 ½ cups long-grain rice
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 lb baby potatoes halved
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts, coat well, and marinate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice.
- In a pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add rice and lemon zest, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- In a separate pot, boil baby potatoes until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Serve the sliced chicken over lemon rice, alongside potatoes and cherry tomatoes. Top with feta and parsley.
