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Description
A flavorful and easy-to-make casserole combining tender chicken, aromatic rice, and tangy feta cheese.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 lemon, juiced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Coat chicken breasts with half the mixture.
- Spread rice in a baking dish and pour chicken broth over it.
- Place chicken on top of rice.
- Drizzle remaining olive oil mixture over chicken and rice.
- Sprinkle feta cheese and olives evenly.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the dish before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Adjust salt if using salty feta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek