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Greek Lemon Dill Chicken And Rice Skillet

Name: Greek Lemon Dill Chicken And Rice Skillet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced; 1.5 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed clean; 3 cup halal chicken broth; 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 0.25 cup fresh dill, finely chopped; 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 2 tbsp pine nuts

A fragrant one-pan dish featuring browned chicken thighs simmered with tender rice, bright lemon juice, fresh dill, and toasted pine nuts.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 45 min

Technique to learn

Pilaf Method

Sautéing raw grains in hot oil before simmering in broth to ensure distinct, non-sticky rice grains packed with flavor.

Instructions

Step 1: Heat olive oil in a deep skillet with a lid over medium-high heat. Season the chicken pieces lighty with salt and pepper, then sear for 4 to 5 minutes until browned on both sides. Transfer chicken to a plate.

Step 2: Add the diced yellow onion to the pan and cook for 3 minutes until softened.

Step 3: Add the rinsed white rice and pine nuts to the skillet, stirring constantly for 2 minutes to toast the grains and nuts lightly in the hot oil.

Step 4: Return the browned chicken to the skillet. Pour in the halal chicken broth and lemon juice, bringing the mixture to a rolling boil.

Step 5: Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet tightly with a lid, and simmer undisturbed for 18 to 20 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Step 6: Remove from heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes. Stir in the fresh chopped dill, top with crumbled feta cheese, and serve warm.

Cooking tips

Rinsing the long-grain rice under cold water before cooking removes surface starch, ensuring fluffy grains rather than a sticky texture.
Toast the pine nuts carefully with the rice; they can burn quickly if left unmonitored.
Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Greek; regional versions vary.
Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.

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