Description
One Pan Meyer Lemon Chicken with Golden Rice is a delightful dish that marries tender chicken breasts with the bright, zesty flavor of Meyer lemons, all resting on a bed of aromatic golden rice. This simple yet impressive recipe comes together in one pan, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With each bite bursting with freshness and warmth, it’s sure to please even the pickiest eaters while ensuring minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium Meyer lemons (zested and juiced)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup long-grain jasmine rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a large oven-safe skillet with nonstick spray.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In the skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in the jasmine rice until coated with garlic, then add chicken broth and juice from the Meyer lemons; mix well.
- Place seasoned chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture. Drizzle with soy sauce and honey.
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with rice (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg