Name: One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken & Basmati Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 4 tsp salt; 2 tsp paprika; 2 tsp pepper; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 1/2 cups RiceSelect® Premium Basmati Rice; 3 cups chicken broth; 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced; 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled; Fresh parsley (optional garnish)

Instructions

Season chicken with salt, paprika, and pepper.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 4 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté for 3 minutes until softened. Add cherry tomatoes, oregano, and thyme. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Stir in rice and chicken broth. Bring to boil. Place chicken back into the skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Ensure rice and chicken are cooked completely.
Remove from heat and add olives and sprinkle with feta. Top with parsley, if using.