Lemon Garlic Tahini Chicken Rice
Lemon Garlic Tahini Chicken Rice is a flavorful, one-pan dish combining tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a creamy lemon-tahini sauce. Perfect for quick, wholesome meals.
Equipment
- Cast-iron skillet
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Meat thermometer
- Knife and cutting board
- Saucepan
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 6 Chicken Thighs bone-in, skin-on
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil
- 1/4 cup Tahini
- Juice of 2 Lemons
- Zest of 1 Lemon
- 4 Garlic Cloves minced
- Salt to taste
- Black Pepper to taste
- 1 cup Long-Grain Rice
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
- 2 tbsp Butter
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: Mix olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, zest, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate Chicken: Coat chicken thighs in the marinade and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Cook Chicken: Heat skillet, cook chicken skin-side down until golden.
- Cook Rice: Boil chicken broth, add rice and butter, simmer until absorbed.
- Assemble Dish: Serve chicken over rice, garnish with herbs or lemon zest.
Notes
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 1157 kcal
- Total Fat: 56% DV
- Carbohydrates: 29% DV
- Protein: 14% DV
- Fiber: 18% DV
- Potassium: 16% DV