Description
This Lemon Chicken Rice Bake recipe features tender chicken breasts baked over seasoned rice with a zesty lemon twist. Perfect for a comforting one-pan meal, this dish combines savory flavors with a citrusy punch, making it ideal for family dinners or easy meal prep. The lemon enhances the juicy chicken while the rice absorbs the savory broth.
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts
- Long-grain white rice
- Chicken broth
- Lemon juice
- Garlic
- Onion
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a baking dish, spread uncooked rice evenly.
- Place chicken breasts on top of the rice.
- Pour chicken broth, lemon juice, and olive oil over the chicken and rice.
- Season with garlic, onion, salt, and pepper.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil, bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
- Garnish with parsley if desired and serve.
Notes
- You can substitute brown rice for white rice; adjust cooking time as needed.
- Add vegetables like peas or carrots for more texture and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 750mg