Mediterranean Chicken and Rice Bowl
A vibrant and nutritious dish combining juicy chicken, fluffy rice, and fresh vegetables, topped with feta cheese, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Seasoned with spices
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano For seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika For seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the chicken
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
For the Rice
- 1 cup long-grain white rice Base of the bowl
- 2 cups chicken broth For cooking the rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing the rice
- 1 clove garlic, minced For flavoring the rice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped For garnish and flavor
For the Salad
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Fresh vegetable component
- 1 cup cucumber, diced Fresh vegetable component
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced Fresh vegetable component
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced Adds briny flavor
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese For topping
- Juice of 1 lemon For fresh flavor
Instructions
Cooking the Chicken
- Season the chicken breasts with oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Remove chicken from skillet and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Cooking the Rice
- Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet.
- Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in the rice and mix to coat.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
Preparing the Salad
- In a separate bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and half of the parsley.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and a touch of olive oil. Toss gently to combine.
Assembling the Bowl
- Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and stir in the remaining parsley.
- Divide the rice into serving bowls, top with sliced chicken, Mediterranean salad, and crumbled feta.
Notes
Use high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Feel free to customize the vegetables in the salad to your liking.