Greek Chicken Pilaf Recipe

Name: Greek Chicken Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup chopped yellow onion; 2 -3 cloves garlic, minced; 3/4 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked); 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 lemon, juice of (about 3 tablespoons); 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste; fresh ground pepper; 2 1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts; 1 1/2 cups chicken broth; 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1/4 cup pitted kalamata olive

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped yellow onion
2 -3 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 lemon, juice of (about 3 tablespoons)
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
fresh ground pepper
2 1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup pitted kalamata olive

1
In a skillet over medium heat, add oil and let it heat up a bit.
2
Add in onion and garlic; stir/saute for 5 minutes or until tender.
3
Add in rice and cook/stir 1 minute longer.
4
Add in tomato sauce, lemon juice, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
5
Transfer mixture to a 2-quart casserole dish that has been lightly sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
6
Add in chicken and broth; stir to combine.
7
Cover and bake in a 350u00b0 oven for ABOUT 1 hour or until the liquid is absorbed.
8
Sprinkle with feta cheese and olives.
9
Let rest 5-10 minutes before serving.

710

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 cup chopped yellow onion, 2 -3 cloves garlic, minced, 3/4 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked), and more.

Yes, Greek Chicken Pilaf falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Greek Chicken Pilaf

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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