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Ingredients For the Chicken: 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp dried oregano ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper Juice of ½ lemon
For the Lemon Rice: 1 cup cooked brown or jasmine rice ½ cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved ½ cup fresh spinach, chopped ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped Juice of ½ lemon ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions 1. Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Coat the chicken in the marinade and let it sit for 15 minutes. 2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a pan over medium heat and cook the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Let it rest before slicing. 3. Prepare the Rice Mixture: In the same pan, sauté chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, and spinach for 2–3 minutes. Add cooked rice and mix well. 4. Add Flavor: Stir in feta cheese, parsley, dill, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Mix well. 5. Assemble the Bowl: Serve sliced chicken over the lemon rice mixture and enjoy!
Tips for Meal Prepping: Marinate Ahead: Let the chicken marinate overnight for more flavor. Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheating Tip: Warm in a skillet over medium heat to maintain texture.
