Mediterranean Chicken and Rice Bowl

Ingredients

• 3/4 lb chicken thighs
• 3/4 cup basmati rice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 lemon
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the basmati rice according to package directions.

2. 2

   Season the chicken thighs with oregano, salt, and half the lemon juice.

3. 3

   Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Rest, then slice.

4. 4

   Add the minced garlic to the pan for 30 seconds, then stir into the cooked rice with the remaining lemon juice.

5. 5

   Slice the cucumber and halve the tomatoes. Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, cucumber, and tomatoes. Top with parsley.