Greek Chicken and Artichoke Rice

By Katecooks

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

• 2 tbs olive oil, divided
• 1 lb chicken tenders
• Paprika
• 1/4 pine nuts
• 1 can (14oz) artichoke heart quarters, drained
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup uncooked rice
• 1 1/2 tbs grated lemon peel
• 1 med clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp salt divided
• 1/8 tsp pepper
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 2 tbs chopped fresh parsley
• 2 oz feta cheese with sun dried tomatoes and basil crumbled.

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat 1 tbs oil in large skillet over med-high heat until hot. Sprinkle chicken lightly with paprika. Place in skillet and cook 2 min on one side. Remove from skillet and set aside on plate.

2. Add pine nuts to skillet, cook 1 min or until golden brown, stirring constantly. Add artichokes, broth, rice, lemon peel, garlic, 1/4 tsp salt and pepper. Return chicken to skillet seasoned side up; press down gently into rice mix. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover tightly, and simmer 15 minutes or until rice is cooked.

3. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with lemon juice. Drizzle with remaining 1 tbs oil. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 tsp salt and feta cheese. Do not stir. Serve immediately