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One Pot Lemon Herb Chicken Rice

A bright, zesty, and comforting one-pot meal, Lemon Herb Chicken Rice combines juicy seared chicken breasts with fluffy, lemon-infused rice and Italian herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish comes together in under 30 minutes with minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

For the Rice:

  • 1 cup uncooked white rice

  • 2 ¼ cups low sodium chicken broth

  • Juice of 1 lemon

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Optional garnishes: fresh parsley or cilantro, lemon wedges.

Instructions

  1. Sear the Chicken:
    In a large skillet with a lid, melt the butter over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Brown each side for 1-2 minutes (no need to cook through). Transfer to a plate.

  2. Cook the Rice:
    Without cleaning the pan, add rice, broth, lemon juice, and the remaining seasoning. Stir to combine. Place chicken back on top of the rice.

  3. Simmer:
    Cover the pan and simmer over medium-low heat for 20-25 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.

  4. Garnish & Serve:
    Top with fresh herbs and lemon wedges. Serve hot and enjoy!

  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American / Mediterranean-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: ~420 per serving (based on 4 servings)