DINNER IN 35 MINUTES
PANTRY-FRIENDLY
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Step 1
Season the chicken. Heat oil in a large skillet and brown the chicken on both sides.
DINNER IN 35 MINUTES
PANTRY-FRIENDLY
CHICKEN · DINNER
Lemon Chicken Rice Skillet
Lemon Chicken Rice Skillet recipe with chicken, rice, and onion. A simple 35-minute dinner with clear, step-by-step instructions.
Total time35 min
YieldServes 4
DietNo specific diet
Shopping10 ingredients
DifficultyEasy
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Method
5 steps · about 35 minutes total
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Step 2
Add onion and garlic and cook until softened.
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Step 3
Stir in rice and oregano, then pour in stock. Return chicken to the pan.
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Step 4
Cover and simmer for about 18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and chicken is cooked.
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Step 5
Finish with lemon zest and juice.
Before you serve
Cooking notes & good-to-know answers.
Small details for confident timing, useful swaps, and safer leftovers.
Cooking notes
Spread cooked rice out to cool quickly when the recipe calls for chilled rice, then refrigerate it promptly.
Cut chicken into even pieces so it cooks consistently, and cook it through before serving.
Garlic cooks quickly; keep the heat moderate to avoid burning it and turning it bitter.
Good to know
Serve it with a simple side that complements the main ingredients, such as a salad, cooked vegetables, bread or rice where appropriate.
You can often swap rice varieties, but cooking time and liquid requirements can change. Use the package directions for the rice you choose when they differ from the recipe.
Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and use them according to local food-safety guidance.
About this recipe
Lemon Chicken Rice Skillet is a dinner idea built around chicken, rice, onion, and garlic. It is designed for straightforward home cooking and takes about 35 minutes, making it a useful option when you want a practical meal without a long ingredient list.
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