Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Brown Rice
Try this Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Brown Rice, a fresh, healthy and flavorful meal made with tender chicken, tomato, onion, lemon and cilantro. Served with wholesome brown rice and crisp butter lettuce with a simple vinaigrette, this easy Mediterranean recipe is perfect for a delicious 30-minute dinner. Created, cooked and photographed by Carlota, it brings simple ingredients and Mediterranean flavors together in one satisfying meal.
Recipe Highlights
- š Fresh lemon and herbs
- š Tomato and onion
- š Wholesome brown rice
- š„¬ Crisp butter lettuce
- š· A splash of white wine
- ā±ļø Easy 30-minute meal
- šæ Mediterranean-inspired
- š©āš³ Created, cooked & photographed by Carlota
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Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Bowl with Brown Rice, Tomato & Cilantro
Course: DinnerCuisine: MediterraneanDifficulty: Easy2
servings30
minutes30
minutes500
kcalA fresh and flavorful Mediterranean lemon chicken with brown rice, tomato, onion, cilantro and butter lettuce. An easy, healthy 30-minute meal made by Carlota.
Ingredients
2 chicken breasts (about 450 g / 1 lb)
1 cup cooked brown rice
1 large tomato, diced
Ā½ onion, diced
Ā¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups lettuce, chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
- Cook the chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion and tomatoes and sautĆ© for 2ā3 minutes. Add the chicken, season with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs, and cook until lightly browned.
- Add the flavor: Pour in a splash of white wine and the lemon juice. Let it simmer until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has slightly reduced.
- Cook the rice: Prepare the brown rice according to the package instructions.
Prepare the lettuce: Wash and dry the lettuce. Toss with a simple vinaigrette of olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
Serve: Plate the brown rice with the Mediterranean chicken and vegetables, and serve alongside the dressed lettuce. Garnish with fresh cilantro and an extra squeeze of lemon if desired.
Notes
- Use butter lettuce for the salad. Its soft, delicate leaves pair beautifully with the warm chicken, brown rice, and fresh vinaigrette.
