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Greek Style Lemon Chicken & Rice with Air Fried Chicken
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Greek Style Lemon Chicken & Rice with Air Fried Chicken

55 minServes 4Nutri-Score B€€
from @on_todays_bake61 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • long-grain white rice (rinsed)Grains200 g
  • olive oil (for the rice)Pantry30 ml
  • butter (optional, for extra richness)Dairy28 g
  • onion (small, finely diced)Produce1 piece
  • garlic (cloves, minced, for the rice)Produce3 pieces
  • chicken broth (or vegetable broth)Pantry240 ml
  • waterOther240 ml
  • fresh lemon juice (freshly squeezed)Produce30 ml
  • lemon zestProduce2 g
  • dried oregano (for the rice)Spices1 g
  • dill (dried)Spices1 g
  • thyme (dried, for the rice)Spices500 mg
  • salt (adjust if broth is salted)Spices3 g
  • black pepper (for the rice)Spices500 mg
  • fresh parsley (chopped)Produce8 g
  • chicken breasts or thighs (skin-on if possible)Meat600 g
  • olive oil (for the chicken)Pantry30 ml
  • garlic (cloves, minced, for the chicken)Produce3 pieces
  • ground cuminSpices2 g
  • dried oregano (for the chicken)Spices1 g
  • all purpose seasoningSpices3 g
  • thyme (dried, for the chicken)Spices500 mg
  • smoked paprikaSpices2 g
  • onion powderSpices2 g
  • garlic powderSpices1.5 g
  • salt (for the chicken)Spices3 g
  • black pepper (for the chicken)Spices500 mg
  • lime juice (juice of half a lime)Produce15 ml

per serving

Nutrition

489kcal

Carbs
44 g
Proteins
36 g
Fat
19 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Air fryer
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Frying pan

step by step

Method

  1. Marinate the chicken

    • In a bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, cumin, oregano, all purpose seasoning, thyme, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper and lime juice.
    • Add the chicken and rub the marinade all over, then set aside.
    Step 1

  2. Air fry the chicken

    • Place the chicken in the air fryer basket and cook at 190 °C, flipping halfway through.
    • For extra crispy skin, finish skin-side up for the last few minutes, adding a couple of minutes more if needed while keeping an eye on it so the skin doesn't burn.
    Step 2

  3. Soften the onion and garlic

    • Heat the olive oil and butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
    • Add the onion and cook until soft and translucent.
    • Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant.
    Step 3

  4. Toast the rice

    • Add the rice and stir to coat it in the oil and aromatics.
    • Toast for a minute or two until the grains look glossy.
    Step 4

  5. Simmer the rice

    • Pour in the broth and water, then add the lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, dill, thyme, salt and black pepper.
    • Bring to a boil, then lower the heat, cover and simmer until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
    • Remove from the heat and let it rest covered.
    Step 5

  6. Finish and serve

    • Fluff the rice with a fork and stir through the chopped parsley.
    • Serve the lemon rice with the air fried chicken.
    Step 6
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