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Mediterranean Chicken and Rice Bowl Delight

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Ingredients

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  • 2boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoonolive oil
  • 2 tablespoonslemon juice
  • 1 teaspoondried oregano
  • 1 teaspoongarlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cupbasmati rice
  • 2 cupschicken broth
  • 1 cupcherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1medium cucumber, diced
  • ½ cupred onion, thinly sliced
  • ⅓ cupKalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • ½ cupcrumbled feta cheese
  • 1 tablespoonchopped fresh parsley
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Start by preparing a marinade that will give your chicken an explosion of flavor. In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir these ingredients until well blended. Once your marinade is ready, add the chicken breasts and toss them gently to ensure they are evenly coated. Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, it’s the perfect time to prepare the basmati rice. In a medium pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add in the basmati rice, stir once, then cover the pot with a lid. Reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid. Once cooked, remove it from the heat and let it rest covered for another 5 minutes.
  3. Next, heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, remove the chicken from the marinade (discard any leftover marinade) and place the chicken breasts on the grill. Grill for 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is cooked through. Once done, transfer the chicken onto a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly.
  4. Now comes the fun part—assembling your Mediterranean Chicken and Rice Bowl! In a large bowl, start with a bed of the fluffy basmati rice. Layer the sliced grilled chicken on top, followed by the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumbers, thinly sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top for a pop of color and added flavor. Serve immediately with lemon wedges for an extra zing!

Notes

Using a meat thermometer ensures perfectly cooked chicken every time. Feel free to prepare the components ahead of time for easy assembly during busy weeknights. For added zest, marinate the chicken overnight for even deeper flavors.

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