Mediterranean Lemon Chicken

Prep Time:

5 min

Cook Time:

25 min

Total Time:

30 min

Servings:

Savor the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this zesty lemon chicken dish, featuring succulent chicken marinated in citrusy goodness and aromatic herbs for a refreshing and wholesome meal.

Ingredients

5 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper (optional)
2 tbsp margarine, butter or spread with no trans fat
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (6.9 oz) package RICE-A-RONI® Chicken
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 cup chopped red or green bell pepper
1/2 tsp grated lemon peel

How to make it

1

Sprinkle chicken with paprika and salt and pepper, if desired. In large skillet, heat margarine over high heat. Add chicken and garlic; cook 2 minutes on each side or until browned.
2

Remove from skillet and set aside, reserving drippings. Keep warm.
3

In same skillet, sauté rice-vermicelli in reserved drippings over medium heat until vermicelli is golden brown; add lemon juice with 2 ¼ cups hot water and contents of seasoning packet. Bring to a boil. Cover; reduce heat. Simmer 10 minutes.
4

Stir in red pepper and lemon peel. Top rice with chicken. Cover; continue to simmer 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed, rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.