Lemon Chicken Over Rice
Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful Lemon Chicken Over Rice! This recipe combines tender, pan-seared chicken breasts simmered in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce with a touch of honey for balanced sweetness. Served over a fluffy bed of perfectly cooked white rice, it’s a comforting yet elegant dish that’s perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions. With a golden, crispy coating on the chicken and a thickened sauce infused with fresh lemon juice, zest, and parsley, every bite bursts with citrusy goodness. Ready in under an hour and made with simple, wholesome ingredients, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Keywords: lemon chicken, lemon sauce, chicken recipes, lemon garlic chicken, easy dinner recipes, chicken with rice.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 0.25 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cups white rice, uncooked
- 4 cups water (for rice)
- 1 teaspoon salt (for rice)
Directions
Step 1
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Dredge the chicken breasts lightly in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess flour.
Step 3
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Sear the chicken breasts in the skillet for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 5
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 6
Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, and honey. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Step 7
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Gradually whisk the slurry into the lemon sauce to thicken it.
Step 8
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Cover and allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for 10-12 minutes, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 9
Meanwhile, rinse the uncooked rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
Step 10
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil and add the salt for the rice. Stir in the rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
Step 11
Once the chicken is done, sprinkle fresh parsley over the skillet as a garnish.
Step 12
To serve, plate a generous scoop of rice and top it with a chicken breast and a spoonful of the lemon sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2666.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3433.5 |
| Total Fat 80.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 653.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5942.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 400.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.3g | |
| Protein 256.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 275.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2803.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories