Lemony Chicken And Rice With Spinach And Feta

Name: Lemony Chicken And Rice With Spinach And Feta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup chopped onion; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 4 cups cooked rice; 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed; salt; pepper; 4 ounces Baby Spinach (4 cups); 1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese; 1/2 cup half-and-half; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
4 cups cooked rice
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
salt
pepper
4 ounces Baby Spinach (4 cups)
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1
Microwave onion, oil, garlic, and oregano in bowl, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, about 5 minutes; transfer to slow cooker.
2
Stir in rice.
3
Season chicken with salt and pepper and nestle into slow cooker.
4
Cover and cook until chicken is tender, 4-5 hours on LOW.
5
Transfer chicken to cutting board, let cool slightly, then shred into bite-size pieces.
6
Gently stir shredded chicken, spinach, 1 cup feta, and half-and-half into slow cooker and let sit until spinach is wilted and casserole is heated through, about 5 minutes.
7
Stir in lemon zest and juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
8
Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup feta.
9
Serve.

1311

kcal

Calories

Fat

156

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup chopped onion, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, and more.

Yes, Lemony Chicken And Rice With Spinach And Feta 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!

Lemony Chicken And Rice With Spinach And Feta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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