One Pan Greek Lemon Chicken and Rice
Aug 24, 2025 01:24 PM
This Greek chicken and rice recipe is all cooked in the same pan, which means you’re serving a restaurant-quality dinner, and cleanup will be a breeze! The combination of flavorful and juicy chicken thighs and the tender herb and lemon scented rice is irresistible, and this comforting and satisfying meal is sure to be a family-favorite!
Ingredients:
Marinade
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried minced onion
- 4-5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lemon zested
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1-2 Tbsp olive oil enough to make a loose paste
- 5 bone-in, skin on chicken thighs
Rice
- 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion peeled and diced
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup dry long-grain white rice (NOT minute or quick cooking varieties)
- 1 1/4 tsp dried oregano
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups reduced sodium chicken stock
Garnishes (all optional)
- lemon slices
- fresh minced parsley
- extra lemon zest
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
45 minutes
Total Time:
55 minutes
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